$1,698Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless Topaz Every Day Cognac Diamonds White Gold Stud Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 14 K Diamond 12-RND57-0,33-4/4A Topaz 18-3,43 ct Weight 4,39 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewelle...
Diamond, Topaz, White Gold
$13,219Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Cognac Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 18K Earrings Diamond 100-RND57-0,82-4/5 Diamond 176-RND57-1,76-99/ Diamond 132-RND57-1,2-7/6- Weight 11.68 grams Whatever the symbolism of the snake is, we won’t deny t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,191Sale Price|20% Off
Chic Every Day Natkina Precious Cognac Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 114-RND57-0,58-4/8A Diamond 74-RND57-0,23-4/6A With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,249Sale Price|20% Off
Chic Every Day Natkina Precious Cognac Diamond Yellow Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 118-RND57-0,38-4/8A Diamond 44-RND57-0,44-4/8A Diamond 84-RND57-0,35 Weight 5.62 grams Size USA 6.5 With a heritage of...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,249Sale Price|20% Off
Chic Every Day Natkina Precious Cognac Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K Diamond 80-RND57-0,24-4/8A Diamond 77-RND57-0,57-4/8A Weight 6.95 grams Size USA 6.5 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$13,219Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Cognac Diamond Fine Jewellery White Gold Necklace 18K Gold For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Bracelet Gold 18 K (Matching Bracelet Available) Diamond 149-1 ct -4/5 Diamond 371-RND57-2,68 ct -4/5 Size 45 Weight 28,36 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradi...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,966Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashionable Italian Cognac Diamond White Gold 14 Karat Statement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Yellow Gold 14K Ring Diamond 2-RND57-0,02-4/6 Diamond 55-RND57-0,65-7/7 US SIZE 6.2 Weight 7.72 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Ge...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$944Sale Price|20% Off
Smoky Quartz Cognac Diamond White Gold Cabochon Stone Ring for Her Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 34-RND-17-0.3-7/6A Quartz 1-5.52 ct US SIze 6 ( Can be modified) Weight 4.36 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is ...
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
$24,750Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $49, 500 18KT Gold Fancy 12ct Gorgeous Yellow Orange Cognac Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Large Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Dangle Earrings. Each Earring features Rare Gorgeous Glitter...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 9 Carat No Heat Pinkish Red Ruby & Fancy Cognac Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a nice oversized pinkish red Ruby and diamond ring. The ring is set in 18k white gold and fancy cognac colored and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,800Sale Price|60% Off
52, 000 18KT Gold Rare Magnificent 12ct Fancy Cognac Diamond Deco Style Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Glittering Fancy Deco Style Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of approx 12CTS of Magnificent...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Mixed Cut Fancy Cognac Pavé Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Diamond Stone Count: 4 Heart Shaped Diamond Carat Weight: 1.39 CTW Heart Shaped Diamond Clarity: SI1–SI2 Heart Shaped Diamond Color: P-Fancy ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold Retro Cocktail Ring with Black, Cognac, White Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Ring. The ring features black, cognac, and white diamonds; set in a square are princess-cut cognac diamonds then white and black diamonds set round separat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Ro...
18 Karat Yellow & Rose Gold, 3.24 Carat Cognac & White Diamond Stretch Bracelet
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Composed of rose gold links set with cognac diamonds, along with polished and satin finished same shape motifs.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt Pink Gold Cognac Color Diamonds Pavé Set Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
PINK GOLDEN RING WITH COGNAC DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt pink gold SIZE: 55 ( can be resized for free) WEIGHT: 14,60 grams / 9.40 dwt / 0.515 oz DIAMONDS: cognac natural earth mine...
Diamond, Gold
18 Kt White Gold, White & Cognac Color Natural Diamonds Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold, White & Cognac Color Natural Diamonds Ring MATERIAL: 18 kt solid white gold DIAMONDS: white brilliant cut diamonds together ca. 2.5 cts + cognac diamonds together...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Diamond Light Cognac Color "Dragon Fly" Pin or Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat Diamond light cognac color "Dragon Fly" Pin or Pendant, containing 10 round light cognac diamonds of fine quality weighing 1.84cts.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold
18 Kt White & Yellow Cognac Pear Shape & Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White & Yellow Cognac Pear Shape & Princess Cut Diamond Ring Completely hand made in our Atelier.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Effy Espresso Cognac and White Diamond Wide Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Count: 127 Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant and Round Single Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.64 carats Cognac Diamond Color: Z (Fa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$6,750Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $15, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Large White Diamond Black Diamond Cognac Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Important Radiant 18KT Gold Rare Fancy Gorgeous Black Diamond White Diamond Cognac Diamond Tennis Bracelet.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum 2.36 TW Natural Cognac & White Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Natural Center Cognac Diamond: 2.05cts Color: Cognac Clarity: SI Total # Of Stones: 1 Cut: Square Radiant Natural Side Trapezoid Cut Diamonds: 0.31 cts.
White Diamond, Platinum
Le Vian Cognac and White Diamond Butterfly Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Soft white diamonds contrast beautifully against the warmer cognac diamonds, creating a rich, dimensional look.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,675Sale Price|44% Off
NWT $8, 500 18KT Gold Glittering Black Diamond Cognac White Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Earrings. Earrings Contains over 2CTS of Beaut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Rose Gold Diamond Wave Band Approx 11 CTW
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Metal - 18k Rose Gold Weight - 27 Grams Size - 7.5 (US Resizable) Stones - Approx. 11 Carats of White and Cognac Diamonds Bold and elegant, this 18K rose gold diamond band featur...
Cognac and White Diamond Filigree Double Strand Necklace in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The careful arrangement of diamonds throughout the pendant adds dimension and texture, while the warm, earthy tones of the cognac diamonds lend a sophisticated richness.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Colleen B. Rosenblat Diamond Gold Earrings
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
These glamorous red carpet earrings are set in 18 carat white gold with various 12,65 ct cognac diamonds.
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 kt. Pink & White Gold SET Necklace & Earrings Cognac & White 9.44 Ct Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pink and white gold SET Necklace and Earrings with Cognac & White Diamonds Necklace: Diamonds: cognac and white diamonds together 7.45 ct.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
$10,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $20, 000 18KT Gold Glittering Fancy 7CT Black Diamond Brown Cognac Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT Rose Gold Fancy Colored Diamond Strand Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Glittering Black Diamonds, Brown Cogna...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Colleen B. Rosenblat Ebony Diamond Gold Earrings
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
One of a kind ebony earrings with cognac diamonds set in 18 carat white gold. designed by Colleen B.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Double Shield bi color diamond and Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Featuring two stunning shield cut diamonds, including one fancy cognac diamond, on a split shank diamond band Ring size 6.5
BUNDA 'Lyra' 0.60ct Yellow Diamonds Ring in 18k yellow gold
By Ben Bunda
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Lyra' diamond ring made in 18 carat yellow gold, set with yellow and cognac diamonds totalling 0.60ct.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
$17,233
W 0.5 in D 0.86 in L 1.97 in
18kt White Gold Earrings with Yellow/Cognac 5.25ct Diamonds & 4 Removable Pieces
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18kt White Gold Earrings With Yellow/Cognac Diamonds and a Removable Pearl When purchasing earring it comes with a set of removable pearls but 3 additional Options of Remova...
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Gold Cognac Brown Diamond Pendant, 0.78ct Round Brilliant
Located in London, GB
A striking and elegant 18ct yellow gold solitaire pendant, showcasing a beautifully vibrant 0.78ct round brilliant-cut cognac diamond. This rich brown diamond displays superb fire an...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,390Sale Price|49% Off
NWT $12, 779 18KT Rare South Sea Pearl Tahitian Yellow Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Rare Large South Sea Pearl and Gray Tahitian Pearl Crossover Fancy Yellow Cognac Diamond Ring. This...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Zemira 10k White Gold Ring with 1.50ct Cognac & White Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Featuring 1.50 carats total weight of natural round diamonds, this design pairs rich cognac diamonds with icy white counterparts in a stunning channel setting for seamless sparkle an...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
$3,111Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.25 in L 7 in
14ct Yellow Gold ‘S’ Link Diamond Bracelet, 3ct Cognac Brown Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Each link is set with a sparkling cognac diamond, creating a warm and sophisticated flow of colour across the wrist.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Chic Pink Sapphire Rose Gold 18k Band Bracelet for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K (Same Model with Cognac Diamond Available) Diamond 36-8,75 ct Weight 7,01 grams
Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
18kt Pink Gold Ring With 5.9 ct Agate Stone and 3.8 ct White & Cognac Brilliant
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous and Elegant 18kt Pink Gold Ring With 5.9 ct Agate Stone and 3.8 ct White & Cognac Brilliant Cut Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds, together approx. 2.03 ct.
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise Cushion Cognac Silver Diamonds Halo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Turquoise Cushion Cognac Silver Diamonds Halo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold 1.50 CT Silvery Cognac Diamonds Turquoise Cushion Cabochon Gemstones Important ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin She-Devil Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in Dallas, TX
Roberto Coin She-Devil Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The pendant features white and cognac diamonds, accented by black and red enamel.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Interwoven Pave Set Champagne Brown White Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This striking statement ring showcases a dynamic design with intertwining bands encrusted with shimmering white & champagne cognac diamonds. The intricate cluster of stones creates a...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Theo Fennell White and Brown Diamond Quiver Charm
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
The charm features white and fancy brown/cognac diamonds that form an elegant design. Condition: Used (Excellent) Weight: 3.75 grams Total Diamond Carat Weight: Approx.0.20 carats ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$2,738Sale Price / item|24% Off
14 Karat Rose Gold Gresha Signature Bark and Diamond Eternity Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k rose gold Gresha signature bark and diamond eternity ring containing 25 round full cut "cognac"diamonds weighing 1.60cts. with an antiquing on behind the diamonds. ring size is 5...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold 5.70ct Diamond Ring MF35-021026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Stunning colors and textures make this ring a unique piece that will continually capture your imagination. The 4.70 carat Cognac Diamond center stone serves as a stunning focal point...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Butterfly Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional yellow gold butterfly brooch from the 1970s is adorned with round brilliant cut white, champagne and cognac diamonds, totaling approximately 35 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.50 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
It features a center prong set radiant cut color treated cognac diamond stone weighing approx. 1.00 carat with pave set round cut diamond accents weighing approx. 0.50ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare 85.64ct Fancy Color Diamond Ombré Wide Cuff Bracelet in 18K White & Yellow
Located in Great Neck, NY
“Rare 85.64 Carat Fancy Color Diamond Ombré Wide Cuff Bracelet in 18K Gold – Fancy Yellow, Cognac & White Diamonds, High Jewelry Collector’s Piece” An extraordinary high-jewelry mas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Italian cameo pendant & pearl earrings set
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Kenilworth, US
Exquisitely carved Italian oval shell cameo profile pendant of Zeus remounted in a custom 18K gold bezel with enhancements of a single mabé pearl flanked by a pair of white diamonds,...
Brown Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 6.70ct Diamond Ring MF08-021026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
At the center, a 4.90 carat Cognac Diamond adds a touch of warmth and sophistication to the overall design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,680Sale Price|20% Off
Convertible Starburst 18K Ring Necklace 6.18ct Cognac Chocolate Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This versatile piece showcases a remarkable 2.18 carat fancy brown-orange heart-shaped diamond, often described as a cognac diamond, prized for its rich, warm color and romantic symb...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Unique 1960s Australian Mintabie Black Opal Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This large brooch features floral hand carved Mintabie black opal plaques, cognac diamonds, and baroque freshwater pearls set in a handmade 18k mounting.
Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
$5,665
W 1.26 in D 0.42 in L 1.15 in
2 Birds on a Branch in 18kt Gold , 13.89ct, Semi Precious Stones, Diamonds Brooc
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Black diamonds together 0.10 ct. Cognac diamonds together 0.21 ct.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov 26.34 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings in Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of chandelier earrings, showcasing vibrant brownish cognac diamonds in mixed fancy shapes (cushion, round, and heart) weighing 11.99 carats total.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2.75ct Diamond Kite Ring MF06-020626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
At the center of this yellow gold ring sits a 2.0 carat cognac diamond, cut in a kite shape and secured by V prongs that protect each corner while emphasizing the stone's angular out...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,650 / item
18 Carat Gold Key Pendant with Japanese Pearls
By bo•be jewellery
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
Key features: 18-carat yellow gold One round brilliant cut Cognac diamond Five Japanese cultured pearls Adjustable length chain 42-45cm
18k Gold
$3,283 / item
Rosecut Diamond Shield Ring in Solid Gold
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This contemporary take on the classic signet ring is crafted from solid 9-carat yellow gold and cognac and champagne diamonds. The central feature stone is a pear-shaped rustic rose...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Diamond Scatter Signet Ring in 9 Karat Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
The largest feature stone is a rustic rosecut cognac diamond with lovely warm inclusions. All further diamonds are round brilliant cut.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k 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.