14k Solid Yellow Gold Heart-Cut Emerald Pendant Necklace Prong Set Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant necklace features a heart-cut natural emerald weighing 0.4 carats, beautifully prong-set in 14K yellow gold for a secure. The pendant is suspended from a sleek g...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.55 Carat SI/H Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.55 Carat SI/H Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry This necklace features a delicate heart-cut diamond gracefully suspended from a fine white gold chain.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart and Round Natural Diamond Drop Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Heart and Round Natural Diamond Drop Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This stunning diamond drop necklace, crafted in a graceful Y-design featuring perfectly matched heart-s...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Certified 4.22 Carat Natural Alexandrite Heart-Shaped Diamond Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The pendant is crafted in white gold and suspended from a matching white gold chain, creating a timeless and sophisticated presentation suitable for both collectors and fine jewelry ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, White Diamond
14K Yellow Gold 1.45 Carat Heart-Shaped Emerald Solitaire Pendant Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This heart shape solitaire pendant features a 1.45 carat emerald 14K yellow gold. The emerald measuring 7 x 8 mm in size and secured in a prong setting that highlights its rich green...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.20tcw Fine Quality Natural Colombian Emerald Heart & Diamond Necklace 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Fall in love with a masterpiece that captures both elegance and emotion — this breathtaking Colombian emerald and diamond heart necklace. At its core lies a mesmerizing 3.40-carat Co...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Modernist 18K Solid White Gold Heart Diamond Pendant Fine Jewelry Christmas Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant showcases a 0.25 carat heart shaped brilliant cut diamond, securely set in a minimalist 18K solid white gold prong setting. The open basket design maximizes ligh...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite necklace features a GIA certified 2.02 carat heart-shaped diamond pendant, elegantly set in 18K white gold. The diamond boasts a pristine D color grade and an impressi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hearts on Fire Fulfillment Diamond Pendant Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Whether worn as a statement piece or layered with other necklaces, the Heart On Fire diamond pendant necklace exudes a timeless charm that is the perfect addition to any fine jewelry...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold This exquisite necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases a vibrant heart-...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Diamond Puffed Heart 14kt Yellow Gold Fine Pendant Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14k solid yellow gold puffed heart pendant features a romantic, "sprinkled" diamond design. One side of the heart is crafted with a smooth, highly polished gold finish, while th...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Heart Charm 14k Gold Minimalist Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14k two-tone gold heart pendant delivers a romantic and brilliant design. It combines timeless symbolism with maximum diamond sparkle. Details:- Item Code:- PEMJOS-1118 Materia...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Timeless in design and versatile in wear, this diamond heart necklace makes a meaningful gift or a classic addition to any fine jewelry collection.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1ct Heart-Shaped Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
By Eze Jewelry
Located in Bucharest, Romania
Beautiful yellow diamond heart pendant necklace crafted in luxurious 18K white and yellow gold.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
GIA Certified 5 Carat Heart Cut Diamond Fancy Intense Yellow Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite pendant necklace features a breathtaking 5-carat heart-shaped modified brilliant diamond, GIA certified, in a captivating natural fancy intense yellow hue. The diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 5.04 Carat Heart Cut Diamond D Color Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent pendant necklace showcases a captivating 5.04 carat heart cut diamond, GIA certified for its extraordinary quality. The romantic silhouette of the heart shape is mas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.97 Carat Heart Cut NO TREATMENT NO OIL Emerald Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined pendant necklace features a 6.97 carat heart-shaped natural emerald, accompanied by a GIA Gemological Report stating no indications of clarity enhancement, a rare and hi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA-certified 5.10 carat NO HEAT pink heart-shaped sapphire pendant necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite jewel showcases a rare GIA-certified 5.10 carat natural pink heart-shaped sapphire, unheated and of exceptional brilliance. The sapphire’s vibrant, transparent pink hu...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 10.11 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite pendant necklace showcases a breathtaking 10.11 carat heart cut diamond as it's centerpiece, set in luxurious 18K white gold. Above the heart shaped diamond is a dazz...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
16.80 Carat Heart Shape 18K White Gold Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Dazzling Illusion Setting Heart Shape Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set in 18Karat Gold! Elevate your glamour with our stunning Illusion Setting Diamond Necklace and Earrings, feat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 5.05 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite pendant necklace showcases a breathtaking 5.05 carat heart cut diamond as it's centerpiece, set in luxurious 18K white gold. Above the heart shaped diamond is a dazzli...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Heart-Center Diamond Tennis Necklace 1.62 Carat Bridal Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Heart-Center Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K Solid Gold Details:- Item Code :- NEMJOS-308 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weight - 1.62 Carat Gross Weight - 25.720 Grams Ne...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
28 Ct. Heart Shape Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring heart-shaped diamonds, meticulously arranged for maximum brilliance, this necklace embodies luxury and elegance.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Multi Cut Certified Diamond Bridal Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Cut Certified Diamond Bridal Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This breathtaking diamond V-shaped necklace, crafted to bring brilliance, luxury, and timeless beauty ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Multi Cut Certified Diamond Bridal Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Cut Certified Diamond Bridal Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This breathtaking diamond V-shaped necklace, crafted to bring brilliance, luxury, and timeless beauty ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Tiny Heart Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Charm in 14K Yellow Gold Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Wear this solitaire pendant on a fine gold chain and layer it with a shorter diamond necklace for a chic, modern look.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.03 Carat Heart Shape Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This yellow diamond necklace is a romantic and sophisticated piece of fine jewelry, ideal for special occasions or as a meaningful gift.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3 Carat F Color Heart Shape Diamond Platinum Pendant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Platinum Pendant with a 3 Carat Heart-Shaped Diamond This elegant platinum pendant showcases a captivating 3-carat heart-shaped diamond, expertly cut to highlight its uniq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Heart-Cut NO HEAT Ruby and Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Romantic and refined ring centered by a GIA-certified natural ruby cut suggests a heart shape, weighing 2.36 carats, with a rich red color and excellent transparency. According to th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Heart Cut D Color VVS1 Clarity Diamond Platinum Pendant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined ring is centered by a GIA Certified 3.00 carat heart-shaped brilliant diamond, set in platinum and chosen for its exceptional purity and brightness. The diamond is grad...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
11.06 Carat Colombian Heart Shape Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly expressive pendant necklace centered by a natural Colombian emerald weighing an impressive 11.06 carats, accompanied by a Swiss gemological report from C. D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 31.66ctw GIA Large Heart Rubellite Tourmaline & Diamond Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Up for sale is this incredible statement piece, custom designed and newly crafted by Badis Jewelers. The necklace features a large, GIA certified heart shape tourmaline stone that di...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
0.30 Carat E-F Color VS Diamond Heart 18K White Gold Chaine Pendant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This enchanting pendant features a dazzling 0.30-carat heart-shaped diamond, renowned for its romantic symbolism and timeless elegance. Graced with an E-F color grade, the diamond ex...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.30 Carat E-F Color VS Diamond Heart Halo 18K White Gold Chaine Pendant
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This enchanting pendant features a central heart-shaped diamond weighing 0.30 carats, renowned for its romantic symbolism and timeless elegance. The diamond, with its E-F color grade...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace with Heart Shape Cut Tanzanite Pendant
Located in New York, US
With its luxurious 18-karat white gold setting, this necklace combines timeless elegance with a touch of romance, making it an unforgettable addition to any fine jewelry collection.
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
1.04 Carat Heart Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.04 Carat Heart Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Ruby Weight: 1.04 Carats Total Diamond Weight: 0.23 Carats This luxurious 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Hea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold GIA Certified 2.08ct Heart Cut Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
SKU: A30320821 Experience extraordinary brilliance and romance with this breathtaking 14k White Gold GIA Certified Heart Cut Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Claris-A certified 3.44ct Heart Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This fine jewelry piece handcrafted in 18K white gold features a vivid blue heart-shaped sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), weighing 3.44 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Handcrafted 14K Yellow Gold Heart Shape Emerald Pendant Necklace Girlfriend Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant necklace features a 0.89 carat heart cut emerald, securely held in a three prongs in 14K yellow gold setting that highlights the stones rich green hue.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.29Ct Heart-Shaped Natural Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
We can customize the Gold Gemstone necklace according to your specification. Go to our Storefront Page for more updates, and click on the follow button to never miss out on our newly...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary diamond 18k white gold heart necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Refined, romantic, and beautifully balanced, this heart necklace is a modern classic—perfect as a symbol of love, a thoughtful gift, or a timeless addition to any fine jewelry collec...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
LEGACY 75 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart Diamond Necklace 8 Carat Centre GIA
Located in Mumbai, IN
Introducing our 75 Carat Heart-Shaped Fancy Light Yellow to Y-Z Diamond Necklace, a composition of rare beauty and fine calibration.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Sloan And Co. pavé heart pendant necklace
By Sloan & Company
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian pavé pearl double-sided heart locket suspended from a three-row seed pearl necklace, in 14k gold. Sloan & Co. Composed with the delicacy characteristic of the Edwardian...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Heart Halo Natural Diamond Station Necklace in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ - Diamonds sourced responsibly and carefully set for lasting brilliance - Expert craftsmanship with attention to detail in every setting - Designed for versatility, suitable for ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Natural Heart Emerald & Diamond Layered Necklace in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This double-layer necklace features a heart-shaped natural emerald framed by a diamond halo on the lower chain, and a single bezel-set diamond accent on the upper chain.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage-Inspired Ruby Diamond Sacred Heart Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Each ruby measuring around 1.2 mm. Surrounding the heart and radiating outward are sparkling natural diamonds with an approximate total diamond weight of 0.19 carats, with individual...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Heart Diamond Riviere Necklace 19 Ct SI 14k White Gold Wedding
Located in Diera, AE
The 14k white gold construction — 13.96 gm of solid gold — provides the permanence that a piece at this scale demands. The heart-cut diamond rivière necklace is among the rarest neck...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
14 Green Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 14 Green Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Necklace is a vibrant and romantic statement of elegance.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
60-Carat Heart-Diamond Rivière Necklace F-G-H Color VS Clarity GIA
Located in Mumbai, IN
• Graduated heart-shaped diamonds create a breathtaking cascade of brilliance • Perfectly matched GIA-certified diamonds ensure superior quality and craftsmanship • A one-of-a-kind...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 4.13 Carat Heart Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K White Gold Total Weight: 6 grams Chain Length: 17 inches Chain Width: 1.5mm cable chain Pendant Dimensions: 17.5 x 12.5...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
70-Carat Heart-Diamond Rivière Necklace F-G-H Color VS Clarity GIA
Located in Mumbai, IN
• Graduated heart-shaped diamonds create a breathtaking cascade of brilliance • Perfectly matched GIA-certified diamonds ensure superior quality and craftsmanship • A one-of-a-kind...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Italian Heart Necklace White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Heart Necklace in White Gold with Diamonds is a beautifully crafted piece of jewelry that emanates elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond is the birthstone for April and is often associated with clarity, strength, and fidelity. With its graceful heart motif and bright diamond accents, this necklace makes a mean...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 18K Rose Gold Diamond LOVE Heart Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant pendant necklace is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and features a refined heart-shaped design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Heart-Shaped Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold For Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This handmade heart-shaped pendant necklace features a heart shaped emerald weighing 1.29 carats, set in rich 18k yellow gold. measuring approximately 7 x 7.5 mm, and surrounded by a...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade 1.25Ct Heart Cut Emerald Pendant Necklace for Her in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant necklace features a 1.25 carat heart-cut emerald, securely set in a classic prong setting that highlights its brilliance.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Garnet Tourmaline 18K Rose Gold Exclusive Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern jewellery masterpieces suitable for every day life.
Garnet, Tourmaline, White Gold, Rose 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.
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.
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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.