7 Carat Cushion Tanzanite and 13 Carat Diamond Pendant/ Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Weight of the necklace is 24 Grams . Tanzanite Weight Approximately 7 Carats Diamond Weight Approximately 12.38 Carats 18 K gold Weight 24 Grams Very affordable price for this p...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Harakh GIA Certified 7/8 Ct Solitaire Colorless Diamond Necklace in 18 Kt Gold
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire diamond necklace features a single, emerald-cut GIA-certified 7/8-carat diamond in a prong setting, crafted in 18 KT yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,800Sale Price|30% Off
HARAKH 7 3/4 CT Natural Colorless Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18KT White Gold
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
This handmade necklace is beautifully studded with a total 1066 F color and VS2 clarity natural diamonds. 1008 round and and 58 pear diamonds. This piece will be accompanied by a HAR...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 7 Ct Pariba Tourmaline & 4.5 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified 7 Ct Natural Pariba Tourmaline & 4.5 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 K Gold AGL report # 112785 Very hard and rare to find such large pariba Tourmaline Natural Stone Ori...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
200 Carat Emerald Beads 7 Line Necklace with Diamond Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
200 Carat Emerald Beads 7 Line Necklace With Diamond Clasp 18 Kt Yellow Gold This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximately 200 Ct of fine beads.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.38 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold 7 Stations
Located in New York, NY
0.38 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 7 stations 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 0.38CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
480 Ct 7 Layer Natural Smooth Ruby Bead Necklace 14k Gold Sapphire Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 480 Ct 7 Layer Smooth Natural Ruby Bead Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Clasp and carved sapphire and diamond spacer This spectacular Necklace consisting of approximately 4...
Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
7 Carat Black and White Diamond Two Strand Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
7 Carat White and Black Diamond Two Strand Tennis Necklace in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,416Sale Price / item|20% Off
7 Carat SI/HI Diamond Drops 14 Karat Rose Gold Multi-Strand Layered Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
7 Carat SI/HI Diamond Drops 14 Karat Rose Gold Multi-Strand Layered Necklace This exquisite necklace features a delicate triple-layer design crafted in lustrous rose gold.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$25,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
7 Carat SI/HI Diamond Drops 18 Karat Rose Gold Multi-Strand Layered Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
7 Carat SI/HI Diamond Drops 18 Karat Rose Gold Multi-Strand Layered Necklace This exquisite necklace features a delicate triple-layer design crafted in lustrous rose gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,240Sale Price|41% Off
14 Karat White Bar Diamond Pendant 7 Pointers
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond bar pendant set in 14K white gold. The pendant is set with 16 stones each weighing 0.07 carats. The total diamond weight is 1.12 carats. The stones are G-H, SI clarity. The t...
Diamond, 14k Gold
JAI Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Heart Ring Size 7 #24883
Located in Washington Depot, CT
JAI Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Heart Ring Size 7 Pave set round diamonds form a glittering heart encased in a box chain frame with matching box chain motif ring. Weighs approx 8...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Platinum Diamond Long Chain 7 Carats Color F Clarity VS
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Platinum chain is 40 " long and has 141 Diamonds on a continuous chain. These Diamonds are F in color and VS in clarity just about the best of the best. I had this made for my...
White Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Era Antique 7 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1870 This antique stylized flower gold pendant is densely set with approximately 7 carats of sparkling rose cut diamonds of various shapes and sizes. The petals are separated b...
Diamond
.70 Carat Natural '7' Round Brilliant Diamond Cluster Pendant 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Aside from standard .70ct. Diamonds cluster necklace: 7 diamonds in cluster All diamonds: full cut & rounds H color, Si-2 clarity. 14kt. white gold. 4.6 grams Diameter: .37...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Curb Link Necklace 34 Inches Long by 7/8 Inch Wide
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Each of the combined forty two links measure 1 1/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Each necklace has an invisible clasp.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold 7 ct AAA+ Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Pendant - Handmade, Madagascar
Located in Viena, Viena
I have newly discovered this new rainbow moonstone deposit from Madagascar, it is not yet available in any jewelry store! very high quality made moonstone brilliant pendant, made in...
White Diamond, Quartz, Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Rh...
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 22mm Platinum Open Heart Pendant, 7 Diamond 16'' Neck
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Lovely Vintage Tiffany + Co Platinum Neckalce featuring a Open Heart Design with seven Diamonds. Stamped Tiffany & Co and signed Elsa Peretti PT 950 SPAIN. It weighs 10.5 grams. ...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,868Sale Price|20% Off
Yoga & 7 Elements Of Life Pendant Accented With Diamonds & Multi Gemstones
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:5.413g,D:0.33ct, Amet:0.02ct,Aqua:0.02ct,Citr:0.02ct,Emer Size-29*23 mm
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
7 Carat Fancy Cut Carved Amethyst Sail Boat Diamond Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Fancy Cut Carved Amethyst Sailboat and Diamond Gold Pendant. Featuring a securely Hand set 7 Carat Fancy Cut Amethyst Carved Sail Boat. Accented by ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Floral Cluster 18" Pendant Necklac
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 7 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 0.5 cttw Diamond Setting Type: P...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern Yellow Gold 7 Carat Natural Green Tourmaline & Diamond Gem Stone Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 18k Yellow Gold APPROXIMATELY 7 Carat Natural Green Tourmaline & Diamond Gemstone Pendant. The Deep Green centerstone is a Natural Tourmaline measuring 23.5x6x4.5mm. The app...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Moonlight Round Cluster Pendant: 6/7 Carat Diamonds in 14k White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Carat Weight: This captivating moonlight round cluster pendant boasts a total carat weight of 6/7 carats, promising a radiant and dazzling sparkle that captures the essence of celest...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Moonlight Round Cluster Pendant: 6/7 Carat Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Carat Weight: This captivating moonlight round cluster pendant boasts a total carat weight of 6/7 carats, promising a radiant and dazzling sparkle that captures the essence of celest...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond, Citrine, Blue Topaz Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 7.9 Gm, SIZE 7
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Ring in 18 Karat yellow gold Two Heart shape Amethyst , one purple and one pink and one oval Citrine with brilliant cut diamonds Stamped 750 for 18 Karat gold. Size of ...
Citrine, Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Seven Diamond Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Graduated diamond pendant necklace. 7 brilliant cut diamonds set in 14k white gold with a 19 inch long box chain. 7 brilliant cut diamonds, .33ct to .05ct each, approx. total weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
TJD 0.02 Carat Round & 7 X 5MM Nat Oval Tanzanite 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Truly exquisite, this diamond and tanzanite pendant is sure to be admired for the inherent classic beauty and elegance within its design. The total weight of diamonds 0.02 carat, H-I...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.08 Carat Seven Diamonds Cluster Necklace H/VS 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Aside from standard 1.08ct. Diamonds cluster necklace: 7 diamonds in cluster All diamonds: full cut & rounds H color, Vs-2 Si-1 clarity. 14kt. white gold. 4.5 grams Diameter...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zodiac Scorpio Constellation Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pendant Shape: Butterfly Handmade: Yes Country of Origin: India Total Carat Weight: 0.24 ctw & Under Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Chain, Charm, Locket, Pendant Base Me...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
Astrology Sagittarius Zodiac Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14k Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Sagittarius Zodiac Necklace 14k Solid Gold Diamond Astrology Necklace Gift 8P.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
7.00 Carat Round Diamond Tennis Necklaces In 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
At the heart of these magnificent necklaces lie perfectly cut round diamonds, totaling an impressive 7 carats in weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.00 Carat Round Diamond Tennis Necklaces In 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
At the heart of these magnificent necklaces lie perfectly cut round diamonds, totaling an impressive 7 carats in weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Flower Shaped Pendant 18 Karat Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 0.50ctw 7 Diamond Flower Shaped Pendant Necklace This natural, 7-stone, round brilliant cut diamond flower necklace is a fun and youthful piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,001Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Star Diamond Necklace '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, White Gold
Polished Heart Pendant Locket 18k Yellow Gold 7 Diamonds 0.09 ct H VS 28 x 32 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished heart-shaped pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, 7 diamonds, total 0.09 ct, H VS, Measurements app. 28.0 mm x 32.0 mm About the c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant 7 Antique Rough Point Cut
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Pendant This hanging antique pendant is set with 7 antique rough point cut diamonds. Total weight approximately .30 cts. The diamonds ...
Diamond, Gold
54Gm 22 Karat Gold Necklace, Earring & Ring Suite Bridal Princess Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable as it has a long chain in the back cut of the gold is such that it shines like diamonds Ring size 7 Necklace length 20 inches Earring length 1.5 inch long Its very hard ...
Gold, 22k Gold
$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat Yellow Gold Star Diamond Neckalce '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,001Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Star Diamond Neckalce '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat Rose Gold Star Diamond Neckalce '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Star Diamond Neckalce '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,001Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Rose Gold Star Diamond Neckalce '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This elegant necklace features 7 diamond stars Micro Prong-set linked to each other via delicate loops.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pendant Shape: Moon Total Carat Weight: 0.24 ctw & Under Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Beaded, Charm, Locket, Pendant Base Metal: Yellow Gold Chain Type: No Chain Certi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1 7/8 Carat Round Diamond Ankh Cross Pendant Necklace for Men
Located in New York, NY
This regal silhouette features a total 7/8 cttw diamonds of an approximate H-I color and SI1-SI2 clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$980
Capucelli 7 Stone Dangle Diamond Station Necklace (0.50 ct.)
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Introducing our stunning 7 Stone Dangle Diamond Necklace, a beautiful addition to any jewelry collection.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$6,125 / item
7 Carat Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace in 14k Gold
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Main Stone Creation: Natural Metal Purity: 14k Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Style: Tennis Base Metal: White Gold, 14k Clarity: VS2-SI1 Diamond Color: H/I Total Carat ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$7,835 / item
Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold 7 Carat, Natural Round Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond tennis necklace features beautifully cut round diamonds set gorgeously in 14k gold. Metal: 14k Gold Diamond Cut: Round Natural (Not Lab Grown or Moissanite) Total Appr...
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$7,835 / item
Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold 7 Carat, Natural Round Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond tennis necklace features beautifully cut round diamonds set gorgeously in 14k gold. Metal: 14k Gold Diamond Cut: Round Natural (Not Lab Grown or Moissanite) Total Appr...
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$7,835 / item
Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold 7 Carat, Natural Round Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond tennis necklace features beautifully cut round diamonds set gorgeously in 14k gold. Metal: 14k Gold Diamond Cut: Round Natural (Not Lab Grown or Moissanite) Total Appr...
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$7,835 / item
Diamond Tennis Necklace 14k White Gold 7 Carat, Natural Round Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond tennis necklace features beautifully cut round diamonds set gorgeously in 14k gold. Metal: 14k Gold Diamond Cut: Round Natural (Not Lab Grown or Moissanite) Total Appr...
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,650
Retro, Pave 7 Carat Diamond Necklace, Cuban Gold Chain
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
14 karat yellow gold open link necklace with a curved bar of 94 diamonds. The Necklace diamond bar measures 58 mm in length x 12.80 mm in width. The chain is a curb link measuring ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond By The Yard Necklace - 14K Yellow Chain - 7 Natural Dangling Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond By The Yard Necklace - 14K Yellow Chain - 7 Natural Dangling Diamonds Natural Full Brilliant Cut Diamonds 14k Yellow Gold Diamonds: 7 1.00 Total Carat Weight MADE IN USA Dang...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$5,700 / item
14K Gold Natural 7 Carat Diamond CROWN setting Tennis Necklace
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Main Stone Creation: Natural Metal Purity: 14k Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Total Carat Weight: 7 carat Style: Tennis Base Metal: White Gold 14k Clarity: SI1 Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
TATE Octagon Pendant 18k Green Gold Diamond Necklace 7 Diamond Accents Chain
By TATE
Located in New York, NY
18k Green Gold Diamond Necklace 7 Diamond Accents 18” Chain
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,220
18 Karat Yellow Gold 7 Motif Drop Necklace with Uncut Diamonds
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
This meticulously crafted Necklace is adorned with 7 Polki Diamonds (Uncut Diamonds) Heirloom Motifs.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$24,787
Antique Belle Époque natural saltwater pearl and 7 ct diamond necklace
Located in Magdeburg, DE
This piece was made by jeweler Carl Reissmann in Naumburg, Germany circa 1890 and is in excellent/ unworn, antique condition. The pearls have been tested by GIA and are of natural o...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$33,653
Elegant 7 Carat Diamond Set 18 Karat White Gold Pear Drop Necklace
Located in London, London
SETTING SPECIFICATIONS Gold Purity: 18K White Gold - 750 Weight: 56 grams Size: 41 cm long, 5 cm drop Hallmarks: d510 STONE SPECIFICATIONS Carat Weight: 7.0ct Shape: Baguette & Rou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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.