Certified Jade Fancy Cut Pendant Necklace. Imperial Green With Supreme Glow!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The pendant is set in platinum and fancy cut natural diamonds. The center jade cabochon is approximately 11.023mm x 8.87mm and weighing 3.11cts.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Star Sapphire and Single Cut Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Star Sapphire and Single Cut Three Stone Ring. This gorgeous Art Deco star sapphire and single cut diamond three stone ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Victorian Rose-Cut Diamonds and Turquoise Floral Brooch, 19th-Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian floral brooch set with rose cut diamonds and turquoise cabochon stones. The eleven rose cut diamonds - which are reminiscent of seeds - are haloed by twenty love...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
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Certified Pear Cut 3.62Ct Turquoise & Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The petals are made of alternating blue turquoise cabochons and brilliant pear-cut diamonds, set in prongs that let the stones shine from all angles.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified Pear Cut 3.62Ct Turquoise & Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring 18k Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The petals are made of alternating blue turquoise cabochons and brilliant pear-cut diamonds, set in prongs that let the stones shine from all angles.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spark 4.5 Carat Cushion Cut Citrine Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Spark Creations
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted to perfection, the Spark 4.5 carat cushion cut cabochon citrine and diamond 18k white gold pendant necklace is truly a spectacular statement piece of jewelry.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Coral and Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Coral and Diamond Earrings A pair of earrings featuring cabochon corals and round cut diamonds set in texted gold circles.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Jelly Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 5.0 Grams Stone: 2.89ct Oval Opal Cabochon Stone: 0.47ctw Baguette Cut Diamonds Measurements: 28 × 11 × 18mm Size: 5.75 Hallmark: 289, 047, 900 Metal: 890 Platinum Note: Scra...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Turquoise & Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Turquoise & Diamond Flower Brooch One large center cabochon turquoise surrounded by round cut diamonds approximately 18.00 cts.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Gold GIA Chrysoberyl Cat's Eyes Old Mine Cut Halo Oval Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Chrysoberyl Cat's Eyes - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Greenish Yellow Color ** See Report Details Below for Complete Info on the Chrysoberyl ** ...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.16 Karat White & Black Diamond Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Here there is a Modern pair of Bees Stud Earrings handcrafted in 18 Karats Yellow Gold and adorned with a beautiful black Onyx round cabochon cut, 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Kar...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 1.91tgw Opal and Old Cut Diamond 7 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique opal, diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising one round cabochon opal, two oval cabochon opals, and four old cut diamonds, in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Flower Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Flower Earrings A pair of earrings featuring two very fine cabochon Colombian emeralds and round cut diamonds in a flower motif Emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Pear Shape Opal and Marquise Cut Diamond Halo in 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
✔ Gold Karat: 18K ✔ Opal Weight: 3.50 carats (approx.) ✔ Opal Cut: Pear (cabochon) ✔ Diamond Weight: 20 Diamonds, 3.00 carats total (approx.) ✔ Diamond Color: F-G ✔ Diamond Cl...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ciondolo Turchese con N° 79 Diamanti e Zaffiro Cabochon. Made in Italy. Oro 18Kt
By Loffredo
Located in Rome, IT
Pendant with Cabochon Cut Oval Turquoise with Diamonds and Cabochon Cut Sapphire, with Silk Cord Stopped by a Ball in Onyx and 18 Kt White Gold.
Onyx, Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Turquoise and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold featuring 14 Cabochon Turquoise and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 15.00 carats.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Jade and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Oval cabochon cut jade alternates with geometric diamond-set links in this vintage 14k white gold bracelet.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
$45,000
Opal & Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Opal & Diamond Brooch 1 center opal surrounded by 5 large old mine diamonds & 91 small round cut diamonds, suspending a pear shape cabochon opal set with round cut diamonds Cente...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Peridot White Diamonds Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch Bee Pin
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design made in Italy 18k Yellow Gold Peridot cabochon cut White and Black Diamonds Unisex Brooch.
Black Diamond, Peridot, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise and Diamond Earrings A pair of earrings featuring cabochon turquoise and round cut diamonds set in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Earrings A pair of dome shaped earrings featuring cabochon coral and round cut diamonds Measurements: .88" long Back Type: clip on Signe...
Coral, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Citrine White Diamonds Black Diamonds Man Bee Pin
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design made in Italy nature inspired 18k Yellow Gold Citrine cabochon cut White Diamonds Black Diamonds Man Bee Pin Dimensions: 0.79 in. (2 cm) x 0.79 in. (2 cm).
Citrine, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Ruby and 0.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Charm Bracelet Circa 1915
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each stylised charm is embellished with pavé set eight cut diamonds, in addition to the rabbit bearing a 0.03ct cabochon cut ruby and the bird featuring a 0.05ct ruby representing th...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian Diamond and Amethyst Yellow Gold Ostrich Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ostriches are each embellished with a collet set cabochon cut amethyst representing the eye, in addition to impressive pavé set Dutch cut diamonds reproducing the feathers.
Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.45 Carat Type A Burmese Jadeite and Diamond Ring in Platinum GIA
Located in Tampa, FL
Centered by a 6.45-carat oval jadeite cabochon, this substantial platinum ring is accented by two triangular-cut diamonds set in the shoulders.
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique 2.30 Carat Diamond Sapphire and Ruby Platinum Elephant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Cabochon Content (total) 0.65 carats Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Cabochon Content 0.03 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (avera...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Austrian Sapphire, Diamond And Hammer Finish Gold Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Austrian sapphire, diamond and gold cufflinks, set with high domed, cabochon sapphires, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, on hammer finished, gold low oval domes, mounted in ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Huggie Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Cabochon Sapphires and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
La Triomphe 18K Yellow Gold Floral Pin with Turquoise & Diamond Accents
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Details Brand: La Triomphe Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Floral Pin Turquoise: Cabochon Cut Gemstone Count: 25 Gemstone Shape: Cabochon Cut Gemstone Type: Turquoise Accent Diamo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Flower Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Designed as floral clusters, they feature richly saturated cabochon rubies at the center, surrounded by vivid emeralds and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Citrine Diamond Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
Boucheron citrine diamond brooch Square shaped cabochon citrines and square-cut diamonds; marked Boucheron Size: width 2.31 inches, length 1.75 inches Total weight: 25.1 grams
Citrine, Diamond
Vintage 14k White Gold Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 3.1 Grams Stone: 2.5ct Marquise Cut Cabochon Opal Stone: 0.10ctw Single Cut Diamond Measurements: 16 x 18 x 22mm Size: 5.75 Hallmark: K 14k Metal: 14k White Gold Item #: BR-...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Emerald 4.26 Carat Diamond Platinum and Palladium Earrings Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these fine vintage emerald and diamond earrings. Emerald Quality Cut Cabochon Content 3.00 carats Diamond Qua...
Diamond, Emerald, Palladium, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Marchak Emerald Ruby & Diamond Bracelet
By Marchak
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds, Cabochon Rubies, and a Sugarloaf Emerald in the center.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Verdura Turquoise & Diamond Bib Necklace
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Verdura Turquoise & Diamond Bib Necklace A 'Stardust' white gold necklace set with pear-shaped turquoise cabochons accented by round cut diamonds Accompanied with signed neckla...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Ruby & Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 68 round cut diamonds 4 cabochon rubies Measurements: 1.75" long Back Type: Clip on with post 14K White Gold
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Turquoise and Diamond Floral Bracelet
Located in Roma, RM
An elegant vintage bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a refined composition of vivid turquoise cabochons and brilliant-cut diamonds arranged in a repeating floral mo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Crimson Legacy - Natural Burmese Ruby Cabouchon set with Diamonds & Gems in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The interplay of cabochon glow, rose‑cut softness, and diamond brilliance creates a ring that is rich, sculptural, and undeniably elegant.
Diamond, Ruby
Antique 0.52 Carat Ruby and 5.32 Carat Diamond, Platinum Brooch Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Cabochon Content 0.52 carat Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Chimera Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Chimera Bangle Bracelet A bangle featuring a large center cabochon emerald set with round cut diamonds, pear shape sapphires and cabochon emeralds M...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Faberge Blue Enamel, Diamond and Emerald Egg
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Height: 7.5 cm Diameter: 4.5 cm Weight: 130.5 grams Specifications Type: Modern Fabergé egg Maker: Fabergé Metal: 18KT gold Materials: Blue guilloché enamel, diamonds, em...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 13.00 Zambian Emeralds 2.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of adorable Zambian Emeralds of 13,00 carats, in perfect pese/cabochon cut , vibrant green color, and Diamonds of 2,50 carats , F...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
215.20 Carats Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
For an added touch of beauty, there are two white diamonds set in white gold between the gemstone's border and the chain. 1 Aquamarine Gemstone: 215.20 Carats, Cabochon Cut 82 White...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 22.28 Carat Garnet and Diamond Earrings in Rose Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Each six-petal flower head setting is comprised of seven collet set cabochon cut earrings, totalling 22.28cts. The six petals are segmented with an individually silver set eight-cut...
Diamond, Garnet, Rose Gold
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Earrings of 14k Gold, Circa 1880
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An elegant pair of dramatic Victorian earrings (circa 1880), centered with pear-shaped rhodolite garnet cabochons accented by rose cut diamond trefoil accents of silver and mounted i...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique 2.10 Carat Opal and Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The setting is further embellished with six pavé set eight cut diamonds, to the outer circumference. The articulating, graduating chain terminals bear further collet set eight cut d...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Enamel Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Details Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Gemstones: Natural Opals Gemstone Count: 9 Gemstone Shape: Cabochon Cut Accent Diamonds: Natural Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Diamond Shape: Ro...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamond Jade Platinum Cufflinks Early 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Gorgeous cufflinks made of Platinum with jade cabochons framed by rose-cut diamonds. Early 20th century, French assay marks and maker's mark.
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Certified 99.50 Zambian Emeralds 9.05 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Parure
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18k gold with 4 pieces of natural Zambian emeralds of 22 carats , in pear cabochon cut , f beautiful color , and diamonds round brilliant cut of 1,61 carats, F color...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Lapis Lazuli, 0.70 Carat Turquoise and 0.18 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The cheeks/muzzle are further ornamented with a total of six individually claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 0.18ct. This exceptional brooch incorporates two ca...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
14.50 Carat Sapphire and 2.10 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Origin Basaltic Deposit/Myanmar (Burma) Color Blue Cut Cabochon Content 14.50 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Old E...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 7.50 Carat Onyx 3.20 Carat Diamond, Platinum Brooch Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The navette shaped, pierced decorated Art Deco style design displays a feature marquise shaped cabochon onyx, claw set to the centre. This central gemstone is flanked on either side...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Antique Victorian 3.83 Carat Opal 1.12 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Opal Quality Color White Cut Cabochon Content 3.83 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Dutch Content (total) 1.12 carats Dimensions Wear...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver
Emerald and Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 18K White Gold Gemstones: 2 Cabochon Emeralds Approx 18.85ct Round Cut Diamonds 20 pearls Measurement: 16.75" Length Pendant measures 2.75 x .75"
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 9KT Gold and Silver Turquoise, Amethyst and Diamond Double Heart Brooc
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions 3.5 x 3.0 cm Weight: 10 grams Specifications Metal: 9KT gold and silver Era / Period: Victorian Type: Double heart brooch Main Gemstones: Turquoise, amethyst, diamonds S...
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique 3.45 Carat Opal and Diamond 22k Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The quatrefoil shaped pendant features a central claw set Old European cut diamond, surrounded by four stunning oval cabochon cut opals.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 10.20 Carat Pink Coral & 0.85 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Coral Quality Colour Pink Cut Cabochon Content 10.20 carats Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) F Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Marquise/Baguette Content 0.85 carat Number o...
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Ruby and Diamond Sautoir Tassel Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A monumental Indian inspired tassel necklace set with cabochon emeralds, rubies, and round cut diamonds Necklace Measurements: 26" long Tassel Measurements: 5" long Signed VCA an...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond 2.35 White Opal 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The scrolling setting displays three feature claw set cabochon cut white opals, totalling 2.35cts. The main setting is further embellished with four pavé set Old European cut diamon...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.22 Ct Zambia Emeralds Diamonds 2.12 Ct 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18k gold with two pieces of natural Zambia emeralds, cabochon cut , ct 9,22 and natural diamonds ct 2,12 F/VS top quality.
Diamond, 18k 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.
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