$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Gold Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 18K gold ring featuring a round sapphire cabochon set within a bezel of diamonds, supported by fifteen millimeter wide shoulders tapering down to a five and a half millimeter...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Cabochon Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco style sapphire and diamond ring, with a cabochon sapphire, in a four claw setting, with shoulders channel set with baguette diamonds, either side of a baguette sapphire, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 14k Gold Blue Sapphire Cabochon Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
GIA #: 6233772268 Sapphire Oval Cabochon ~1.2ct 10.25x6mm Diamonds - 3x 1.75mm ~0.02ct SI1/E Total Weight - 3.53g
Diamond, Sapphire
Art Deco natural Ceylon cabochon sapphire and diamond ring.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco natural Ceylon cabochon sapphire and diamond ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire with an approximate weight of 12.22 carats in an open back ru...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
8.43 Carat Cabochon Sapphire & 4.23 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with a Cabochon Sapphire weighing 8.43 carats, accented by Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of 4.23 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely 4.12 carat cabochon emerald takes center stage. It has a rich royal “jelly-bean” green color that you will simply want to eat!
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Certified 32cts Burmese Cabochon Sapphire and Multi-Faceted Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These intricately designed sapphire and multi-faceted diamond earrings feature deep cornflower blue cabochon Burmese sapphires encircled with approximately 5-6cts of diamonds varying...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Antique Cabochon Ruby Pearl and Diamond Fly Brooch
Located in London, GB
The bar has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and plays host to an intricate insect design. A duo of deep red cabochon rubies take on the form of the wings which adds definit...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural vintage statement ring crafted in rich 14K yellow gold, featuring a striking deep blue cabochon sapphire as its centerpiece. The high-domed sapphire is flanked ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Earrings, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Earrings made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Cabochon Cut Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive cabochon cut coral and diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.42 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Ring Diamond Studded
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emeralds have been prized for centuries, symbolizing love, renewal, and prosperity. The cabochon cut enhances the stone's natural depth, while the diamond accents elevate its brillia...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Cabochon Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Cabochon Amethyst, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Late 20th Century A well-made late 20th-century dress ring set with an oval cabochon amethyst weighing approximately 5.14 carats, mount...
Sapphire, Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Antique looking Domed Yellow Gold Ring with Oval Cabochon Emerald in center 14k:1.24g Diamond:0.28ct Slv:10.73gm Emerald:3.85ct Tsavorite:0.20ct
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Gold, White Gold, Cabochon Emerald, and Diamond Ring
Located in Princeton, NJ
The diamonds are alternately marquise and round and create an absolutely scintillating effect around the showstopping cabochon emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Sugarloaf Blue Tourmaline Indicolite Diamond Halo White Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Each earring features a blue tourmaline indicolite cabochon, set within a delicate white gold halo of diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold
42.02 Carat Ruby Cabochon, Pink Diamond, and Diamond Briolette Gold Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A unique jewel, it features a beautiful pair of ruby cabochons weighing 42.02 carats surrounded by a halo of white diamonds weighing 1.65 carats, with yellow diamond briolettes at th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Ro...
Vintage 14k Rose Gold Diamond and 1.54ct Emerald Cabochon Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 6.7 Grams Stone: 1.54ct Emerald Cabochon Stone: 0.12ctw Diamond Measurements: 24.34 x 20.3 x 12.12mm Size: 6.5 Metal: 14k Rose Gold Item #: BR-1957-072126-08
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cabochon Onyx and Diamond Dangle Earring 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Navette setting Black Onyx Metal: 14K white gold Total Weight: 7 Grams Earring Length: ~2" Earring Width: ~1 cm Diamond Count: 98 Diamond Carat Wei...
Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Platinum Oval Cabochon Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Oval Cabochon Emerald and Tapered Baguette Diamond Three-Stone Ring Description: This classic three-stone solitaire ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a high-do...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sugar loaf cabochon sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Sugar loaf cabochon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with a natural sugar loaf cabochon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 4.70 carats, fl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Hammerman Brothers Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ring 18K
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1980's. The cabochon sapphire is encircled by a course of channel-set diamonds making it a truly elegant ring with enduring appeal.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Sapphire, White Topaz and Diamond Platinum Pendant - Fei Liu
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
This platinum sapphire and diamond pendant is centred on a 2.12ct pear-shaped sapphire cabochon displaying a rich blue colour and smooth polished surface.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Platinum
Solid Platinum Large 10.31ctw Cabochon Moonstone w/ Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone- Large Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Grayish White Color - 14.3x12.1mm (approx.) - 10.1ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Bril...
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum
Solid Platinum 2.8ctw Oval Cabochon Opal & Diamond Sides Classic Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Very Play of Colors - 8.6x7.2mm / 2.57ct (exact) (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong ...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Striking and sculptural, this vintage 1980s collar necklace is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing five deep-red cabochon rubies with a total weight of approximately 19.20 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 7.16ctw Cabochon Blue Star Sapphire Trillion Baguette Diamonds Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Nice Star - Blue Color -6.80ct (exact) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 2 Trillion & Numerous Baguette Cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Each earring centers on an oval cabochon ruby framed by a dynamic halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds, continuing into a diamond-set drop suspending a pear-shaped cabochon ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in Queens, NY
14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, featuring one bezel set oval cabochon ruby weighing approx. 3.40 carats, further adorned with 36 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 1940s Cabochon Cut Green Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This exciting platinum Cabochon Cut Green Emerald And Diamond Bracelet desinged in a floral shape was made in 1940's and is a true rare find of the era.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Staurino Fratelli 18K YG Diamond Cabochon Multicolored Gemstone Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Staurino Fratelli diamond multicolored gemstone brooch, exquisitely crafted in 18K yellow gold, set with one cabochon ruby surrounded by a diamond halo in the center, a...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid Platinum 2.22ctw Oval Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Nice Honey & Milk Color - 1.95ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Br...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum
Platinum GIA 10.32ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Large Substantial Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Yellowish Green Color - 8.80ct (exact - stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Comp...
Beryl, Diamond, Platinum
$7,347Sale Price|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Pendant with Cabochon Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This timeless piece combines the precious character of a cabochon emerald with the luminous elegance of diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
6.58 carats Tourmaline Cabochons, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, Tourmaline and Multi Sapphires Chandelier Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tourmaline Cabochons is 6...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unheated Burma 7.63ct Cornflower Blue Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Ring AIGS Cert
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply exceptional, rare and completely untreated/unheated blue Sapphire cabochon from Mogok in Burma weighing an impressive 7.63ct and set in this solid platinum setting. .
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
9.80 Carat Cabochon Cut Persian Turquoise Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
This striking ring features a vibrant 9.80-carat Persian turquoise, beautifully framed by a sparkling halo of 1.05 carats of round brilliant-cut white diamonds. Additional pavé-set d...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Platinum Cabochon Star Sapphire & Trilliant Diamond Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Specifications * Metal: Platinum * Center Stone: Natural cabochon star sapphire * Sapphire Weight: 5.83 carats, weighed * Sapphire Detail: Displays a defined six-rayed star * D...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Baguette 18Kt Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A modern 18-karat plain gold ring set with a 12 x 7.6 m cabochon cut sapphire and baguette cut diamonds. The very modern design has been influenced by the art-deco pure lines.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Gold Cabochon Ruby & 0.25ctw Diamond Spray Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cabochon Cut - Dark Red Color - 11.11mm (approx.) (12) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Red Color - Most Likely Burma - No He...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Dragonfly Designer Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Stunning 18K yellow gold designer statement ring featuring a 5 carat natural oval cabochon emerald center, accented by brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.7 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Columbian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Pendant, France, circa 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An Art Deco emerald and diamond pendant in platinum, France, ca. 1920s. The emerald cabochon weighs approximately 4.8 carats and is of Columbian origin, accompanied by a short gemolo...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Gia Certified Natural Turquoise Cabochon Earrings with Yellow Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A pair of GIA Certified Natural Turquoise Cabochon Earrings with Yellow Diamonds, made in 18 karat yellow gold.
Yellow Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Heritage Pink Tourmaline Ring in Gold, Topaz and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k Yellow Gold, 1.99 ct Pink Tourmaline, Blue Topaz cabochons, Diamonds. The Heritage Pink Tourmaline Ring features a stunning 1.99 ct pink tourmaline center stone.
Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gem Quality Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon
Located in Dearborn, MI
Gem Quality Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Features a Gem Quality Oval Cabochon Opal Gemstone Gemstone Accented by 3 Genuine Natural Mined Diamonds 1...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mauboussin Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1929
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin cabochon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with a natural unenhanced cabochon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 8.40 carats, em...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cabochon Oval Cut Sapphire Double Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Oval Cut Sapphire Double Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring Description: A magnificent 14K white gold ring featuring a deep blue cabochon sapphire framed by two rows of brilliant-c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 5 round brilliant cut = 0.06cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Ruby: cabochon and princess cut = 0.64cttw Dimensions: ring top meas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon 65.92ct Emerald, 204.40 Tanzanite & 9.81 Carat Diamond Bracelet
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent three-row bracelet with cabochon tanzanites and emeralds edged with pavé diamonds, set in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco cabochon amethyst and diamond cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco cabochon amethyst and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a natural round cabochon amethyst in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 12.00 carats, ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
13.75 Carat Cushion Cabochon Unheated Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
This 13.75 carat cushion cabochon unheated blue sapphire, diamond, and platinum one-of-a-kind handmade ring will become your steadfast everyday jewel.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cabochon Blue Sapphire 6 Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.2 Grams Sapphire Carat Weight: ~0.60 carat Diamond Count: 6 brilliant cut Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Cabochon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.9 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 Sapphire Carat Weight: ~2.00 carats Sapphire Measurements: 7.6 mm x 6.2 mm x 3.8 Diamond Coun...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Italian Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
Details: * Origin: Italy * Period: Vintage * Metal: 18K Yellow Gold * Center Stone: Colombian Emerald (Cabochon), approx. 2.20 carats * Diamonds: approx. 1.50 carats total weight * ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Platinum High Cabochon Cats Eye Green Tourmaline & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The tourmaline displays minor edge chips along the side of the cabochon, which are discreetly positioned and are not readily noticeable when the ring is worn or viewed from the top, ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Cushion Malachite Princess Diamond Bracelet
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Rich, cushion-shaped cabochon malachite—each stone displaying its natural banding—creates a continuous rhythm, while precisely set princess-cut diamonds introduce a subtle, crisp bri...
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond V Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold contour band featuring a 5.5mm x 4mm cabochon ruby accented by 2 round brilliant cut diamonds of VS clarity and H color totaling 0.20 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Platinum 2.78ctw Round Cabochon Cat's Eye w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Transparent Greenish Yellow Color - 7.4mm - 2.13ct (exact - stamped) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds ...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Platinum
$30,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Oval Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Oval Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring Crafted in platinum, the ring features a stunning oval cabochon ruby at its center, weighing approximately 17.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Ring, Unisex, Vintage Design
Located in Sewickley, PA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the ring features an oval cabochon sapphire set in a smooth bezel. The stone has a deep, velvety navy tone with a soft, glowing surface typical of cabocho...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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