Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Platinum, Gold, Mabe Pearl, and Diamond Ear Clips
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Princeton, NJ
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The ear clips each center a large mabe pearl, encircled romantically in
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop. Eight principle
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop. Eight principle
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
H 2.09 in W 2.17 in D 0.67 in
1940s Baroque Pearl and Gemstone Rooster Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Middleton, WI
Here is a wonderful and cheeky rooster who is beautifully hand crafted. The body of the bird is
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Hermès Matching Bracelet Earrings Set Cheetah Circus Enamel Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare opportunity to have a Hermès matching jewelry set in excellent condition Includes a bracelet and 2 clip-on earrings (suitable for pierced and non-pierced ears) Print: cheetahs...
Gold Plate, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Steel 18k Gold Cuff Ring Vintage Sz 6 Band Signed Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels steel & 18k yellow gold cuff ring (circa 1990s). The stylish cuff ring highlights a steel center bordered with an undulating 18k yellow gold design. The...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Platinum 1940s Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage ring. Set with a gorgeous, faceted-cushion cut, natural aquamarine. Mounted in platinum, with a beautiful h...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
BULGARI Spiga Diamond Yellow Gold 3 Row Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bulgari bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and is designed as a flexible wrap bracelet of chevron links, accented with round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an es...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere 1990s Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1992 18k yellow gold Panthere necklace by Cartier. Necklace is 16.75" long and 15mm wide. Marked on the clasp: Cartier 1992, 750, E73016. Weight - 92 grams.
Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lasuli 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings from the Vintage Alhambra collection feature the lucky clover design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with blue lapis laz...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace 1992
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated, gripoix • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 72” long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal...
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Green Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Flower Drop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on flower earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and completed with green onyx drops. Made in France circa 19...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Kt Yellow Gold and 5.6 Ct Diamond Collar/Choker Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A prestigious piece by Van Cleef & Arpels, this flexible collar necklace is pavé set with an opulence of white diamonds, weighing approximately 5.6 carats , all finely mounted in 18...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Four 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bangle Bracelets
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this set of four 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelets dates from circa 1970. Each hinged bombé form is set with three fields of pavé-set round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
BVLGARI Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Earrings, 18k
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A pair of BVLGARI Turquoise Cabochon and Diamond Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold. The earrings measure 2.5 x 1.5 CM. Clip-ons. The total weight of the earrings is 20 grams. Marks: 7...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$65,000 / set
W 1.75 in L 2.25 in
A Stunning Set of Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Diamond &Baroque Pearl Brooches
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This shimmering set of diamond and pearl brooches by Van Cleef & Arpels scintillate with every movement. Two large Baroque pearls sit atop dimensional bases that are set with approxi...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Angel Skin Coral Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 2 alhambra shape coral stones: 15mm each. These earrings are made for not pierced ears, ...
Coral, Yellow Gold
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.
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