18 Karat Gold Amethyst Baguette Heart Cameo Diamond Dangling Drop Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
. -18K Yellow Gold: 10.96g -Amethyst Gemstones: 30 – 6.54 cts -Agate Gemstone: 2 – 3.78 cts -Diamonds (Brilliant Cut, Certified): VVS/VS, G-H /66 – 0.37cts
Agate, Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Art Deco Diamond Keshi Pearl Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
It is set in the center with a large and beautiful Keshi pearl and surrounded by approx. 1.10 carat of sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds graded G color Vvs CONDITION: Pre-owned...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Retro Emerald Diamond Gold Cocktail Mesh Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual and beautiful cocktail ring dated 1940, handmade in 18k white and yellow Gold showcasing an exceptional Natural cabochon Emerald in the center, of great quality, weighing app...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sold|$4,705
16.81 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful and unusual Ring hand crafted in 18k white gold set with a natural and sparkling Aquamarine of 16,81 carat 18,3 x 15,2 mm and surrounded by approx. 1,00 carat of colorless ...
Aquamarine, Diamond
Sotheby's Magnificent 120 Carat Ruby 32 Carat Diamonds Platinum Vintage Parure
Located in Napoli, NA
An exquisite Ruby and Diamond platinum necklace, earrings and bracelet consisting of 120.00 carats of Natural Ruby cabochon cut and 32.00 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds G col...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate 51 Carat Topaz 4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful and unusual Ring hand crafted in 18k white gold set with a natural sparkling Large Topaz of 51.70 carat and surrounded by approx. 4.10 carat of round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Sold|$3,293
11.70 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful and unusual Ring hand crafted in 18k white gold set with a natural and sparkling Aquamarine of 11.70 carat 16 x 12 mm and surrounded by approx. 0,30 carat of colorless ro...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$4,705
Retro 4.20 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Retro Cocktail Ring mounted in 18k white and rose gold set with a natural Zambia Emerald weighing 4.20 cts surrounded by approx. 0.40 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Sold|$15,291 / item
Estate 7 Carat Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Bangle Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
It is adorned with 7 carats of Sparkling Round brilliant cut diamonds F-G color VvS clarity, pave setting, and three fine Natural oval cut Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald, weight 1 carat ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Certified 25 Carat Santa Maria Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Vintage ring set in the center with a stunning Aquamarine, Santa Maria origin, weighing 24,65 carats graded AAAA, and surrounded by approx. 0,45 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Mesh Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual and beautiful cocktail ring dates 1950, handmade in 18k white and yellow Gold in a meshwork, showcasing an exceptional Natural cabochon Sapphire in the center, of great quali...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Citrine Quartz Diamond Ruby Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Stunning Art Deco ring set in the center with a beautiful Citrine Quartz weighing 9,33 carats, and surrounded by approx. 0.40 carat of custom cut Rubies and 0.90 ct of round brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Quartz, 18k Gold
26.45 Carat Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Sensational Aquamarine Ring mounted in 18k white gold set with a rare natural Aquamarine of 26.45 carat 22.09 x 15.26 mm and surrounded by approx. 1.90 carat of fine square cut sapp...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.86 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Engagement Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
The diamond is surrounded by a double halo of 1.50 carats well matched sparkling rubies and .70 carats of colorless round brilliant cut diamonds graded G color vvs. which stand out a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Old earrings with diamonds and natural rubies, Russia, early XX century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A total of 84 diamonds with a total weight of 11.78ct in the former brilliant cut. Color: G-J. Transparency: VVS-SI. White and yellow gold with Russian hallmark 0.585.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold|$10,590
Cartier Diamond Emerald Gold Elephant Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ring is made of 18k yellow and white gold and set with round brilliant cut diamonds (F-G color, VVS clarity, total weight approximately 0.78 carat).
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Peau D'ange Coral Diamond Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Retro Cocktail Ring mounted in 18k rose gold set with a natural, of great quality, Peau D'Ange/Angel skin Coral 24.56 x 16 mm and surrounded by 0.60 carat of Round brillia...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Diamond Huggies Pendant Necklace Earrings Ring Set
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
. • Made with best alloys, certified diamonds VVS/VS, G/H Color Pendant: • Back loop for either thin or thick chain • Total Weight: 3.03 g • 18K White Gold: 2.756 g • Pink Tourmalin...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$47,052
Visconti 31.64 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Napoli, NA
Fabulous tennis necklace made in solid 18k white gold and set with 108 diamonds, total weight 31.64 Carats of top quality sparkling Round brilliant cut diamond, graded G color Vvs cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Peau D'ange Coral Diamond Ruby Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Retro Earrings mounted in 18k rose gold, set with two natural oval cabochon, of great quality, Peau D'Ange/Angel skin Coral and surrounded by 0.45 carat of Round brilliant...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Italian Natural Coral Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
It is surrounded by 0.55 carat of sparkling round brilliant cut Diamonds graded G Vvs. Dimensions: Coral measures 1,04 in (26,60 mm) by 0,61 in (15,62 mm) CONDITION: Pre-owned - E...
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Cuff Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 4.00 Carats Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Crema, Cremona
The diamonds are all round cut brilliant, F/G color and VVS/VS clarity for a total estimated weight of 4.00 cts The opening is eased by a gold spring, This watch is the perfect compl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Oval Certified Mozambique Ruby Diamond Cluster Engagement Bridal Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Made with best alloys, certified diamonds VVS/VS, G/H Color. Ring US Size: 7 18K Yellow Gold: 5.068 g Ruby Gemstone: 2.35 cts natural mozambique ruby (Heated) Diamonds: (Brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 10 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Wailea, HI
1 Emerald Cut Aquamarine = 10.00ct (Approx.) 20 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds [G-H- VVS-VS] = 0.85ct 2 Triangle Cut Diamonds [J-VVS-VS] = 0.60ct (Approx.)
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Rosior Hand Chiseled in Platinum Contemporary Diamond Ring
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Hand Chiseled in Platinum Ring, set with: - 3 Pear cut Diamonds with 1,42ct; - 188 Brilliant cut Diamonds with 1,86ct. G-VVS. Unique piece accompanied with i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Baguette Ruby Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
• Back Loop- Suitable with any thick or thin chain • 18K Yellow Gold: 8.47 g • Gemstones: 15 – 3.38cts • Diamonds: (Brilliant Cut, Certified): VVS/VS, G-H /31 - 0.38cts • Metal:...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Spessartine Cushion Mandarin Garnet Pink Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
It was this inspiring moment which compelled me to design this ring, for someone who sees beyond its beauty, for someone who would feel the passion exuberated by the fire in this Nat...
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold Pink Tourmaline Baguette Diamond Contemporary Wedding Band Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
. • Made with best alloys, certified diamonds • US Size 7, Size can be altered as per request • 18K Yellow Gold: 3.55 g • Gemstones: 15 – 1.33 cts • Diamonds: (Brilliant Cut, Certi...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Citrine Rhodolite Garnet Agate Cameo Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
-Featured in Rapaport Magazine -18K Yellow Gold: 7.92g -7 Rhodolite 8 Citrine Gemstones: 15 – 7.62cts -Carved Agate Cameo: 5.25cts -Diamonds (Brilliant Cut, Certified): VVS/VS, G-H /...
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Citrine Rhodolite Garnet Love Birds Agate Cameo Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
-Featured in Rapaport Magazine -18K Yellow Gold: 7.92g -7 Rhodolite 8 Citrine Gemstones: 15 – 7.62cts -Carved Agate Cameo: 5.25cts -Diamonds (Brilliant Cut, Certified): VVS/VS, G-H /...
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$77,000 / set
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings Platinum 18k Gold Ruby Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage Van Cleef earrings are made of platinum, 18 karat yellow gold and set with eighteen oval faceted rubies (total weight is approximately 5.40 carats) and sixty-six round ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro 2.50 Ct Diamond G VVS/VS Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This imposing classy vintage ring dates 1940 ca, suitable for engagement or for life companion The classy style of diamond cluster in the romantic shape of a daisy, always loved and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate .63 Ct Three Stone Diamond F/G VVS 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
X h. – beautiful condition, it can re-size Unless otherwise stated boxes are for presentation only Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt white gold Hallmarks: assay and sponsor Gems: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro 2.15 Ct G VVS Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
H. x W. with 10.3 grams gross weight Very fine conditionSober elegance, distinctive past style Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt white gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 2 So...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
CARTIER Panthere Hematite Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Large Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous vintage authentic Panthere De Cartier pendant features a black panther crafted in hematite and yellow gold and set with brilliant-cut round F-G VVS diamonds weighing an...
Diamond, Hematite, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,950
Retro 10.00 Ct Aquamarine Diamond 18 Kt Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Beautiful Retro Aquamarine and Diamond ring hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt white gold 1945 ca Beautully modelled with Diamond steps aside and lovely pierced basket work on the...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 7cts Diamond Bead Adjustable Long Necklace in 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
A splendid vintage Cartier Paris diamond bead long necklace featuring approximately 7 carats of highest quality diamonds (E-G color / VVS clarity) all set in lustrous 18 karat white ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$11,500
Cartier Diamond Gold Wide Band
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Chic diamond and 18k yellow gold band by Cartier. This brilliant band features approx. 4.5-5.0 carats of high quality round brilliant cut diamonds, F-G color VVS-VS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$6,950
Picchiotti Pave Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
By Picchiotti
Located in Bethesda, MD
The earrings boasts 2.33 carats of superbly pave set F-G color VVS brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Glamorous 18k Yellow Gold Pendant w/ 4.6 Carat Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
It comes with a nice jewelry box. 70 diamonds main stone of 4.6 carat cut: round brilliant color: F-G clarity: VVS cut grade: EX sku: SP-YG-186018 total carat weight: 4.6 ct jewel...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Petillante Diamond Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
Correct serial number and hallmarks converted from clip to pierced. 10 pear shaped diamonds F-G VVS to VS Approximately 3.50 carats 72 round brilliant diamonds F-G VVS to VS Appro...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Scallop Shell 3ctw Diamond Earrings 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
The earrings feature approximately 3ctw of brilliant round diamonds (E-G color, VVS-VS). The earrings measure 0.75" by 0.50" and weigh 6 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Harmony Beat Set Round Diamond Wedding Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Harmony Bead - Set Diamond Band Ring Style: Bead-Set Metal: PT950 Platinum Size: 6 - sizable TCW: 0.23 tcw Main Diamond: 20 Round Brilliant Diamonds Color & Clarity...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Channel Set Round Diamond Wedding Band 0.24 Carat Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Diamond Wedding Band Style: Half-Circle Channel-Set Metal: Platinum PT950 Size / Measurements: 2.5 MM Width / 6.75 - sizable TCW: 0.24 tcw Main Diamond: 15 Round Brilliant Diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$45,000
Cartier Les Oiseau Liberes Parrot Earrings
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
They measure 40cm in length, 30cm without Emerald drop. There are 186 Brilliant round Diamonds F-G, VVS to total .96 carats.
White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Legacy Collection Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring Plat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Legacy Collection Full Circle Band Ring Style: Full-Circle Bead-Set with Milgrain Edge Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 6 Measurements: 2 MM Width TCW: 0.44 tcw Main Dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Multi strand Coral Black Onyx Diamond Torsade Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Comprising 21 strands of Salmon Orange natural Coral beads of 4 mm. average size Completed with a large clasp made by an hexagonal hand carved black Onyx element supported by geometr...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Jazz Graduated Round Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace Platinum 0.45tcw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Style: Tiffany Jazz® Graduated Drop Pendant Metal: Platinum PT950 Size: 16' Chain Pendant: 1' Inch Total Carat Weight: 0.45 tcw Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Color & Clarit...
Diamond, Platinum
2.30 Carat Cultured Pearl Diamond Flower Design Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Cultured pearl and diamond clip post earrings in 14k yellow gold earrings. diamond flower design with 2 round pearl centers. clip post. 2 cultured pearls 9.6-9.7mm 116 round brilli...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 2.70 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Fine and impressive Italian made engagement ring centering an emerald cut Natural Colombian Emerald weighing 2.70 carat, flanked by .60 carats of round brilliant and marquise brillia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate 8.50 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Classy Ring hand crafted in 18k white gold set with a natural sparkling Large Aquamarine of 8,50 carats and surrounded by approx. 0,40 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds graded G...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Sold|$5,046
Retro 5 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Retro Cocktail Ring mounted in 18k yellow gold set with a natural Ruby weighing 5 cts surrounded by approx. .50 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds graded G color Vvs. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Fine and impressive engagement ring centering an emerald cut natural Colombian Emerald weighing 1.50 carat, flanked by 1.30 carats of baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds G colo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Gold Cocktail Mesh Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual and beautiful cocktail ring dated 1940, handmade in 18k white and yellow Gold showcasing an exceptional Natural cabochon Emerald in the center, of great quality, weighing app...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful cluster ring, hand-crafted in 18k white gold, centering a vivid oval-cut natural Colombian Emerald weighing 1.50 carat, surrounded by 1.50 carats of round brilliant cut dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate Turquoise Sapphire Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Each earring features a large Natural drop flawless Turquoise, great quality, very rare today, set with 1.20 carats of Natural Sapphires and sparkling round brilliant cut Diamonds, g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Estate 11 Carat Ruby 2 Carat Diamond Pendant Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Each earring features a large vivid, drop Ruby, origin Thailand, of 5.50 carat each, and set with 2.00 carats of sparkling round brilliant cut Diamonds, graded G color Vvs clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 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.