$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Round Diamond 0.65 Carat TW White Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond hoop earrings. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with round cut black diamond melee complimented by round whit diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Earring Stud in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
These earring studs are part of our Blossom Collection of mix and match pieces. This sublime pair of black diamonds is set on an 18k gold blossom flower collet, they can be worn alon...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Flower Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Earring Diameter: 0.80" x 0.55" Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Australian Black Opal Count: 2 round Australian Black Opal Diameter: ~5 ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,674Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Black Diamond White Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Earrings (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 44-RND 57-0,24-4/6 Ruby 10-Oval-2,71 ct Ruby 4-RND-0,16 (4)/3 Weight 4.95 gram Size 6.8 With a heritage of ancient fine S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|44% Off
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Drop Cross Earrings in White Gold with Black & White Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
White Gold (18ct) 11.30 g White Diamonds 3.54 cts Black Diamonds 0.37 ct South Sea Pearls 14.00 mm
White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black & White Diamond Double-Pear 18k Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 14k gold with rhodium plating, these exquisite drop earrings are a striking addition to any ensemble. Featuring 7.00 carats of round-cut black & white diamonds, the earrin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage White and Black Diamonds Open Pear Shape Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! White and Black Diamonds Open Double Hoop Pear Shape Design Drop Gold Earrings.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,470Sale Price|30% Off
14k Rose Gold White and Black Diamond Swirl Earrings
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k rose gold white and black diamond swirl earrings Specifications: main stone: 50 pcs white single diamonds .50pts.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
RUCHI Pavé Black and White Diamond White Gold Zebra-Pattern Dangle Earring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond: 0.61 Carats
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Freshwater Pearl Black Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Freshwater Pearl Black Diamond Gold Stud Earrings Designer: J DAUPHIN Description: Crafted in solid 14k gold, each stud features a white freshwater pearl positioned above a p...
Black Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Black Diamond Stud Earrings, 2.29ct Designer Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Encircling the central black diamonds is a halo of round white diamonds, adding an extra 0.28 carats of brilliance to each earring.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Black Diamond Teardrop Earrings, 5.01 Carat
Located in Houston, TX
These teardrop shape earrings are made in 14K white gold and feature black diamonds (heat treated) weighing 4.20 carat.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.09 Carat Black Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.09 Carat Black Diamond and White Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx & Diamond, 18k White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These beautiful 18k white gold earrings will dress up any daytime or evening outfit!
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.68 Carat Black Diamond Butterfly 14 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.68 Carat Black Diamond Butterfly 14 Karat White Gold Earrings Beautiful Black Diamond and White Diamond Butterfly Earrings in 14K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Elegant Black and White Diamond White 18 Karat Gold Dangling Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
EARRINGS 18K White Gold Black Diamond 1.25 Cts/38 Pieces Diamond 0.16 Cts/30 Pieces PE 0.20 Cts/2 Pieces With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Genev...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Burmese Black Jade White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold drop earrings set with 0.234 carats of white diamonds, suspending two Burmese carved black Jade discs .
Jade, White Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,240Sale Price|46% Off
Michael Kneebone Black Pearl White Topaz Black Spinel Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Black pearls mark the tops and the bottoms of these dramatic dangle earrings. The round button and drop shaped pearls are blemish free and have beautiful luster. Mounted between are...
Black Pearl, Spinel, Topaz, Black Spinel, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard Black and White Diamond Set Hoop Earrings 844073-1001
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An elegant pair of 18k white gold diamond set oval earrings from Chopard.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,518Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 1ctw Black & White Diamond Flared Lozenge Shape Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (50) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Black Color - Treated - 0.75ctw (approx.) (48) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pavé S...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful stud earrings are set with 1.083 carats of black and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,674Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond Hoop White 14k Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Earrings Diamond 532-RND-1,94-G/VS1A Weight 4,30 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-q...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,797Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Black White Diamond Hoop White 14k Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Earrings (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 28-RND-0,36-G/VS1A Diamond 196-RND-2,61-G/VS1A Weight 9,26 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Michael Kneebone Aquamarine White Diamond Sapphire Black Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Fantastical gold vermeil beads (origin: India) are studded with light blue sapphires and black rose cut diamonds. Two white diamonds add additional sparkle.
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire
$2,119Sale Price|20% Off
Classy 14k White Gold 2.79ctw Round White & Black Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 164 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2-I1 Clarity 56 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Black Color Tota...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Stud Earrings 4.25 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Black Diamonds = 4.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 8 mm
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Black Diamond and Rose-Cut White Diamond Black Rhodium Chandelier Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Rhodium Gold Black Diamonds: 34.48ct total weight. Diamonds: 6.53ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. Width - is approximately 3.3cm/1.30inches. Height - is a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Black Diamond Hoop Drop Sphere Ball Earrings Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 18K white gold drop earrings featuring black and white brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2 carats.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Tahitian Pearl and Diamond 14K White Gold Stud Earrings, 9.5mm
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A round black Tahitian pearl, 9.5mm, sits at the center of each earring, its dark surface shifting between green and silver overtones as it catches light; the natural iridescence tha...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jewelry Bird White Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings Made in Italy
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Jewelry Bird White Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings Made in Italy These beautiful earrings have a part on the top, very classical.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT White Gold Faceted Black Onyx and White Agate Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18KT white gold drop earrings featuring large faceted black onyx drops in full pavé diamond halos, suspended below white agate pear studs with matching diamond halos.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Damiani Earrings Black and White Cultured Pearl White Gold 18 Karat
By Damiani
Located in MADRID, ES
Long pendant earrings from the Damiani firm made in 18 karat white gold, four black and white cultured pearls, diameter 8.75 mm and 7.30 mm respectively.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern White Gold 18K Earrings Black Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
EARRING 18K White Gold Black Diamond 5.71 Cts/2 Pcs
White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.16 Karat Black&White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Unisex 18Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.10 Karat White Diamonds 0.06 Karat Black Diamonds Small Bee Stud Earrings.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.93 Carat Black Diamond White Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.93 Carat Black Diamond White Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Earrings These unique and gorgeous Earrings have Natural Round Cut Black Diamonds that weigh 2.33 carats and Natural Rose Cu...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Pavé Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Type: Hoop Earrings Metal: 18 karat white gold Gemstones: Diamond (white and black) Diamond ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Black Pearl Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Same Model White Pearl Available White Gold 18K Weight 7,29 grams Diam. 94-0,59 ct PEARL d10,5-11,0 2-17,8 ct With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, White Gold
Fancy Color Diamond & White Diamonds 18K White Black Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
These striking earrings are crafted with a combination of 18k white and black gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.16 Karat Black&White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.10 Karat White Diamonds 0.06 Karat Black Diamonds Stud Earrings A pair of handcrafted Bees Stud Earrings handcrafted in 18 Karats White Gold and a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT White and Black diamond earrings floral 3ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Sparkling earrings with omega closure made with black and white diamonds weighing 3 carats in 14KT white gold.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold
$719Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Black Diamond Flower Drop Earrings, 0.25ctw, Modern
Located in New York, NY
Material : 14K White Gold / Black Diamond ,Condition : Excellent , Type: Earrings , Diamonds: 0.25tcw
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamonds and Black Carbon Fiber Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Exclusive Wave Collection by Angeletti White Gold Diamonds and Black Carbon Fiber Earrings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.99 CTW Natural Black Diamond & 1.19 CTW White Diamond Floral Stud Earrings
Located in Zurich, CH
An Exquisite Pair of 3.18 CTW Black and White Diamond Floral Statement Earrings in Solid 18 Karat White Gold.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black & White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Huggie Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very finely crafted pair of huggie earrings made in 18k rose gold. They feature 13.39 carats of pave-set black diamonds along with 0.83 carats of bright white round brilliant-cut d...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Black and White Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Checkered Black and White Diamond Drop Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Infinity Knot Stud Earrings Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 90 Black Diamonds = 0.51 Carats 94 White Diamonds = 0.49 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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