14 Karat White Gold Cabochon Emerald With Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Emerald: 1 cabochon cut = 7.30cttw Diamond: 23 round cut = 0.70cttw Ring Size: 4.75 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing requests) Weigh...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.99 Ct. Ruby Cabochon and 0.45 Cts. Yellow Diamond Ring, 14K
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby Cabochon accented with two Yellow Diamonds Ring made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby
14K Yellow Gold Estate Diamond & Ruby Cabochon Tear Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Estate 14K yellow gold earrings featuring 2 natural rubies (17.7 ct total) accented with 0.10 ct of brilliant round diamonds. Graceful teardrop dangle design combines vivid red rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Natural Orange Citrine Cabochon and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A natural orange citrine cabochon measuring approximately 8mm x 8mm is the centerpiece of this estate cocktail ring framed by four round diamonds totaling approximately 0.25 carats a...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby Cabochon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat gold ring holds a glossy ruby cabochon stone with sparkling 35pt diamonds either side.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Edwardian 4 Carat Cabochon Zambian Emerald Ring. Diamond Accents Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: Approximately 4.00 carats Center Emerald Cut: Cabochon Cut Center Emerald Origin: Zambia Secondary Stones: Diamond Seco...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Gold Daisy Ring with 8ct Cabochon Emerald and Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
The impressive central stone is framed by a radiant halo of brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a classic marguerite (daisy) design with strong presence and exceptional elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Platinum 1.54ctw Oval Cabochon Cut Star Ruby & Diamond Classy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - 1.15ct (exact - stamped) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pro...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
White Topaz Cabochon and Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Metal: 18k White Gold Stones: White Topaz cabochon Natural Blue Sapphires 22 diamonds approx. .50ctw VS-SI clarity, G-Hcolor Measurements: Face of ring measures approx. 15.5mm in ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Cabochons, carved Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald, Ruby & Blue Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ruby Cabochons is 3.19 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Tourmaline Cabochon, Black Onyx & Diamond Stud Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tourmaline & Black Onyx Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tourmaline Cabochons is 19.28 c...
Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Link Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Link Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet features 6 Oval Sapphire and Diamond sections with each section containing one Cabochon...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Cabochon Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 30 round cut = 0.40cttw Color: H Clarity: SI2 Pink Tourmaline: 1 cabochon cut = 19.60cttw Dimensions: ring top measures 20....
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Green Cabochon Jade 6 Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 7.7 Grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.30 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Jade Measurements: 15.8 mm x 11.5 ...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Amethyst, Black Onyx & Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Rose Gold Lever Back
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Metal: 18K Rose Gold Design: Cabochon Amethyst Black Onyx Diamond Drop Lever-Back Earrings Center Stones: Natural Amethyst Gemstone Shape: Round (Domed) Gemsto...
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold
Vintage 1950s 3.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and 1.20 Carat Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and white gold with a Cabochon Sapphire weighing approximately 3.00 carats, accented by a halo of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approx...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Platinum 5.71ctw Gorgeous Round Cabochon Cat's Eye w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous - Transparent - Yellow Color - 9.1mm - 4.63ct (exact - stamped) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds ...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum
6.49 Carat Emerald Cabochon Features Diamond Accents Three Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This bold emerald and diamond three-stone ring showcases a substantial 5.79-carat cabochon-cut Colombian emerald, exhibiting a rich medium-dark green hue with captivating translucent...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boodles 18K White Gold Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Boodles
Located in Houston, TX
Estate 'Boodles' ring in 18K white gold ring featuring a cabochon blue sapphire with round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s David Webb 10.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with a Cabochon Sapphire weighing approximately 10.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 10.00 cara...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby, Diamond, Cabochon Ruby, Cabochon Blue Sapphire Bird Brooch 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 18.46 carats, Diamond 2.08 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.46 carat with Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.29 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Setting Width: 3.7 cm Length: 7.0 cm "Since w...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold, Rubellite Sugarloaf Cabochon, Mother of Pearl & Diamond Dangle Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Gemstone: Natural Diamonds ✦ Gemstone Cut: Round ✦ Diamond Weight: 0.62 ct
Diamond, Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold
Large Cabochon Tanzanite and Diamond Ladies Ring 14.29 CT, Diamonds 0.66 CT. 14K
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Large Cabochon Tanzanite and Diamond Ladies Ring 14.29 CT, Diamonds 0.66 CT. 14K Y/W Gold Description / Condition: New.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
18k Gold Gubelin 2.67ctw Triangular Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Wide Ring Band
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Unique Triangular Cabochon Cut - Burnish Set - Bright Blue - 2.12ct (exact - certified) *See Certification Details Below* (2) Natural Gen...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Embrace White Gold with Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Angeletti Embrace White Gold With Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring. New Wave Version, Designed and Manifactured in Rome.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary Natural Turquoise, Sardinian Red Coral Diamond 18K Gold Bezel Set
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The centerpiece showcases a large, premium-quality natural round Turquoise cabochon, encircled by a dazzling halo of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.89 ctw Diamond & Tanzanian Cabochon Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering a 9.98 carat natural oval ruby from Tanzania, this elegant cocktail ring features a richly colored cabochon stone surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.91 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold 3.75ct Emerald Cabochon and 0.22tcw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 3.6 Grams Stone: Emerald 3.75ct Stone: Diamond 0.22tcw Measurements: 11.3 x 10.15 x 9mm Size: 8 Hallmark: 14K Metal: 14k White Gold Notes: Vintage cabochon emerald ring Item...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Opal & Diamond Grooved Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Nice Play of Green & Orange Colors - 9x6.9mm approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Bril...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 40.73 Carat Cabochon Burma Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The ring features Oval and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 13.00 carats.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
14k Purple Star Sapphire Natural Oval Cabochon ring. Sapphire Diamond ring.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Diamond Tapered Baugettes on both sides. Appraised at 7450$ total value.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Untreated Jade Oval Cabochon and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Untreated Jade Oval Cabochon and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring Vintage Jade Cabochon Ring features a large Oval Jade Cabochon surrounded by 20 Round and Square Diamonds in a Vin...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Platinum Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Wave Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Wave Ring Description: A refined platinum ring centered with a luminous cabochon sapphire, encircled by a radiant arrangement of baguette and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 14k Gold Cabochon Black Vein Turquoise & Diamond Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - 16x11.9mm (approx.) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - 2.3mm - 0.40ctw (ap...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
18k White Gold 12.22ctw GIA Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Diamond Frame Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (2) Natural Genuine Tanzanites - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Pleasant Blue Violet - Natural Inclusions - 12ctw (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Cabochon Sapphire Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Cabochon Sapphire Earrings. A pair of earrings featuring a center cabochon sapphire surrounded by smaller cabochon sapphires & round cut diamonds.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stately Cartier gypsy sapphire and diamond ring dating to c.1980s. In the centre sits a gorgeous 1.50 carat cabochon sapphire paired with a round brilliant cut diamond to either si...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Oval Cabochon Pink Violet Amethyst 14K Diamond Statement Unique Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This striking statement ring features a captivating pink cabochon-cut amethyst. The smooth, rounded stone is flanked by clusters of sparkling white diamonds, all set in a warm 14k go...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Cabochon Turquoise Diamond Spiral Oval Huggie Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking pair of estate huggie earrings, beautifully crafted in 18 karat white gold and centered by vibrant natural cabochon turquoise. The saturated blue cabochons are framed by ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Channel Set Diamond Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 (resizing available) Total Weight: 3.9 Grams Ring Width: ~7.45 mm Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone: 1 Ruby Shape: Cab...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 7.36 carats with Diamond 1.55 carats Ring set in18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 12.55 grams "We first opened doors ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,736Sale Price|20% Off
5.50ct NATURAL NO HEAT Cabochon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring, WGI Certified
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions and Weight: Weight: 14.4 grams Size: 2.8 x 2 cm Ring size: UK K (EU 50 / US 5.25) Gemstone Details: Sapphire (Center Stone): Origin: Ceylon Treatment: NATURAL NO HEAT Cut...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Sunburst Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Sunburst Ballerina Ring Description: This extraordinary statement ring is crafted in solid 14kt white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Platinum Cabochon Emerald Baguette Diamond 3 Stone Cocktail Ring 11.83ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An impressive vintage platinum three-stone ring, centered by a glowing cabochon emerald weighing 11.53 carats. The emerald shows a vivid, saturated green color and is flanked on eac...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Cabochon and 1.65 Carat Diamond Bombé Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The brilliant diamonds create a luminous contrast against the smooth amethyst cabochons, while the substantial 25-gram construction gives the ring an unmistakably luxurious presence.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique gold earrings with diamonds and sapphires in cabochon cut.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Old gold earrings made of 14-karat gold (0.580 fineness). Set with 20 diamonds in an old brilliant cut with a total weight of approx. 2.20 ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
RUCHI Colombian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Green Rhodium Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Green Rhodium Gold. Emeralds: 10.00ct total weight. Diamonds: 3.50ct total wieght. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold 18K White Gold 13.8g Ruby Cabochon 3.7ct Diamond 0.68ct Size 51.5, US6.25
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Fancy Diamond 6.45cts Ruby 18K Gold Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite ring with cabochon ruby is flanked by triangular-cut fancy yellow diamonds and framed by brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Classic Style Platinum 3.19ctw Oval Cabochon Opal w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Lively Nice Color - White Base w/ Green, Blue & Orange Play Of Colors- 11.8x9.6mm / 2.86ct (exact) Numerous N...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum 3.07ctw Cabochon Sharp Greenish Cat's Eye w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Sharp - Green Color - 7.7x6.4mm (approx.) - 2.50ct (exact - stamped) (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rou...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum
Cabochon Ruby and Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 Total Weight: 7.8 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: Ruby, emerald, diamond Emerald Carat Weight: ~0.70 carats ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Angeletti Embrace White Gold With Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Angeletti Embrace White Gold With Diamonds Cabochon Lapislazzuli Cocktail Ring. Thin version.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,512Sale Price|20% Off
Richard Krementz Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Krementz & Co
Located in Bloomington, MN
Richard Krementz Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this contemporary Richard Krementz ring features a vivid green cabochon emerald in ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 8.42 Carats Cabochon Kashmir Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish high-end cocktail ring, showcasing a 8.42 carats elongated blue cabochon flanked by 10 graduating baguette cut diamonds weighing 0.65 carat total and accented by 69 round c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 10.62 carats with Diamond 0.33 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not Included) Width: 3.0 cm Length: 4.0 cm Total Weight: 7.52 grams "We first ope...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Rectangle Cabochon Cut Turquoise and Round Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Turquoise: 2 Rectangle Cabochon Cut= 7.50mm x 5.15mm x 3.20mm Diamonds: 26 round cut= 0.43cttw Color: H-I Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: the earr...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Purple Amethyst & Diamond Emerald Dangle 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Impressive vintage inspired white gold dangle earrings mounted with cabochon amethysts, emeralds, and round cut diamonds. 14K White Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jade shield ring. Platinum Shield Ring Jade Cabochon and Diamond wide band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rare Jade and Diamond Shield Ring. Navette Cabochon Green Jade with Diamond set Border - all set into PLATINUM Shank.
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Oval Green Cabochon Jade Baguette Diamond Ring Ballerina Ring Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: Platinum 900 Total Weight: 10.4 Grams Ring Height: 21 mm tall Diamond Carat Weight: 0.76 carats Jade Carat Weight: ~4.15 carats Jade Measurements:...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
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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