Boodles Kit & Kaboodle Diamond Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
designer, Boodles. Each earring features a single bright white princess-cut diamond, elegantly set within
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles Platinum Raindance Diamond Drop Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous pair of drop earrings from the luxury British jewellery designer, Boodles
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles 3.02 Carat Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
jewellery designer, Boodles. Each earring features a centralised bright white round brilliant-cut diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles Ashoka Cut 2.0 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pair of diamond stud earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Boodles
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles Aquamarine & Diamond 18ct White Gold Drop Earring
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Boodles Aquamarine & Diamond 18ct White Gold Drop Earring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ878
Aquamarine, Diamond
Boodles Diamond Sophie Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning pair of drop earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Boodles. These
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles Diamond Dragonfly Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pair of 18k white gold diamond Dragonfly earrings. The earrings are of hoop design and are set
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles Aquamarine & Diamond Drop Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These earrings by Boodles feature Aquamarine and Diamond, made in 18ct white gold. Accompanied with
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Boodles Maymay Rose Diamond Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An elegant pair of platinum earrings from the Maymay Rose collection by Boodles. Each earring has a
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles Raindance Long Diamond Drop Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pair of earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Boodles. The earrings
Diamond, Platinum
Boodles Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of drop earrings from the luxury jewellery designer Boodles. Each
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Boodles Diamond Hoop Earrings 4.41 Carat
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A large 18k white gold pair of diamond hoop earrings by Boodles. The earrings consist of 120 round
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles 0.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
These lovely sapphire and diamond earrings are by British jewellery designer, Boodles. Each earring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Boodles Large Roulette 1.20 Carat Diamond Earrings
By Boodles
Located in London, GB
These diamond studded earrings are by renowned jeweller Boodles. It is part of the Large Roulette
Diamond, 18k Gold
Boodles Diamond Set Cabaret Hoop Earrings 2.56 Carat
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pair of platinum diamond set earrings from the Boodles Cabaret collection. The earrings are
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Boodles Diamond Leaf Earrings in Yellow Gold
By Boodles
Located in London, England
A sensational pair of vintage Boodles diamond leaf earrings in 18-karat yellow gold. Each earring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Hug Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Boodles 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Hug Earrings Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ872 Brand
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Signature Boodles Blossom Earrings with Diamonds in Rose Gold
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning pair of 18k rose gold diamond set earrings from the Blossom collection by Boodles. The
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Boodles 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These Earrings by Boodles feature 14 round brilliant cut Diamonds of 4.20ct total colour G, clarity
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These Earrings by Boodles feature 14 round brilliant cut Diamonds of 4.20ct total colour G, clarity
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles 1ct Ashoka Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Boodles 1ct Ashoka Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Stud Earrings Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ827
Platinum
Boodles 1ct Ashoka Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Stud Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Boodles 1ct Ashoka Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Stud Earrings Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ827
Platinum
Boodles 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Hug Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These Earrings by Boodles are from their Hug collection and feature 38 round brilliant cut Diamonds
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Hug Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
These Earrings by Boodles are from their Hug collection and feature 38 round brilliant cut Diamonds
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Earring & Pendant Suite
By Boodles
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Boodles 18k white gold tahitian pearl & diamond earring & pendant suite from the 'Cutting Edge
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodle and Dunthorne 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring & Earring Set
By Boodles and Dunthorne
Located in London, GB
This wonderful ring and earring set designed by Boodle and Dunthorne has been crafted in 18 carat
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles Diamond “Cabaret” Hoop Earrings with Stars
By Boodles
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Whimsical, charming and sophisticated earrings from the Boodles Cabaret collection, boasting 271
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boodles Diamond Gold Crossover Earrings
By Boodles
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One Pair of Pre-Owned Crossover Style Earrings. They Contain 0.79ctw Princess Cut Diamonds set in
Diamond, 18k Gold
Boodles Gold Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By Boodles
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Boodles 18ct gold clip earrings in the shape of a sleeping bird with its neck nestling on its back
Diamond, 18k Gold
Boodles Diamond Gold Strawberry Earclips
By Boodles
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Perfect for summer garden parties and Wimbledon! These pretty diamond strawberry earrings by
Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Classic Estate 1940's-1950s platinum bow brooch signed by Cartier, containing approximately 7 carats total weight of round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$126,151
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$2,000,000Sale Price|20% Off
Extraordinary Legacy in Diamond Form Harry Winston 28.13ct Masterpiece
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
An Extraordinary Legacy in Diamond Form: The Harry Winston 28.13ct Masterpiece When rarity meets refinement, the result is nothing short of legendary. This original Harry Winston cre...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Tiffany & Co., 4.38 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond "Soleste" Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Oval Brilliant Carat: 4.06 carats Measurements: 12.39 x 9.00 x 5.67 mm Color: H Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Inscription: T&Co. (S...
Diamond, Platinum
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Harry Winston 12.00 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
A classic Harry Winston diamond engagement ring, showcasing a 12.00 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as F color and VVS2 clarity, set on a five prong setting. Flanked by ta...
Diamond, Platinum
$19,990
H 6.75 in W 3 in
Christian Dior Lady Dior Bag Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya White Crystal Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in Aventura, FL
This is an authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya Crystal Small Lady Dior in White. This stunning tote is beautifully crafted of crocodile leather in a creamy white. T...
Cartier Pearl Necklace with Amethyst
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Pink 18kt white gold Pear-cut amethyst gemstone embellishments Floral design Pearl chain Secure clasp Condition: Excellent This pre-owned item is in near-perfect condition with no si...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Chanel Teal Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Circa 2016/17 - Teal - Exotic leather (Alligator) - Silver-tone hardware - Leather and chain-link shoulder strap - Front flap closure - Signature interlocking CC turn-lock fastenin...
Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour White Gold Baguette HPI0 Gem Set.
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Rotonde de Cartier Mysterious Hour White Gold / Baguette, variant reference ID: HPI00890, is a masterpiece in Cartier's Rotonde collection. Featuring the innovative 'Mysterious H...
Diamond, White Gold
Harry Winston Diamond Cluster and Pear-Shaped Dangle Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with GIA certified dangling Pear-Shaped Diamonds. One weighing 6.14 carats, E color, VS2 clarity. The other weighing 6.02 carats, E color, VS1 clarity. The...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Black Togo Leather Rose Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a gorgeous Black Hermes Birkin 25 bag featured with the warm glow of Rose Gold hardware. This beautiful Birkin bag is a perfect combination to move from day to eve...
GIA Cert. 3 Ct. Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Rose-Cut Diamond Pink, Blue Diamond Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Enter a world of exceptional artistry with this one-of-a-kind high-jewellery creation by Belgian jewellery artist Joke Quick. At the centre lies a 3 carat GIA-certified fancy yellow ...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
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.