Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Comet Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18k gold, this spectacular one of a kind Faye Kim diamond comet ring is certain to
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Comet Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18k gold, this spectacular one of a kind Faye Kim diamond comet ring is certain to
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian 1.40 Ct Diamond Rare Comet Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
Celestial Halley’s Comet A rare and stunning example of Georgian Halley’s comet brooch, superb
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Comet Design Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Celestial comet design spray earrings circa 1865 set with 28 round brilliant cut diamonds in 14k
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,040 / item
W 0.9 in D 0.9 in L 1.75 in
Citrine Comet Earrings in 18KT Gold, Citrine & Natural Diamonds
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Inspired by the fiery trail of a comet streaking across the night sky, these striking citrine
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$7,500
H 1.03 in W 2.17 in D 0.71 in
Sasportas Sapphire Citrine Diamond Comet Clip Brooch, circa 1940s
By Sasportas
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Beautiful Retro Sapphire Citrine Diamond Comet Clip Brooch, ca. 1940s by Sasportas The retro comet
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Comet Drop Earrings in 18KT Gold, Ruby & Natural Diamonds
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
These exquisite ruby earrings capture the fiery brilliance of a comet blazing across the night sky
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
14 Karat, Madeira Garnet and Diamond Multi-Comet Necklace
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
This is a very special necklace - made in 14k with Madeira garnets and diamonds. The joyful
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Diamond Ruby Platinum Starburst Comet Bypass Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Platinum diamond and ruby cocktail ring featuring with a .65c center diamond (VS2 H-I) surrounded
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA White Diamond Round "Comet" Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 12.00 ct. EF SI white diamond rounds. Total of 36 stones, each one is 0.30 ct. Handmade
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Wedderien Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Comet Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco Wedderien natural sapphire, diamond and platinum Comet engagement ring Early 20th
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$6,870 / item
Towards the Stars Comet Earrings
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
the warmth of the metal with the brilliance of sparkling white diamonds. Each earring is designed to
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,265 / item
Toward the Stars Comet Ring
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
, adorned with sparkling white diamonds that glimmer with every movement. Slip this enchanting ring onto
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Multi Gemstone Diamond Gold Comet Statement Pendant Necklace
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Captivating Genuine Gem set Comet Pendant, beautifully arranged and set with: a Peridot, weighing
Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
$2,285Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Platinum & 18K Gold Opal and Old Cut Diamond Halley’s Comet Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco opal, diamond, platinum, and yellow gold brooch, set with fourteen old cut diamonds
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Flower Comet Brooch Pin Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 3 gr
Located in SE
Swedish Flower ( or Comet ?) or a shooting Star brooch dating from ca. early 20th century with
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$960
H 0.64 in W 0.245 in D 0.159 in L 0.64 in
14 Karat Gold and Diamond Comet Ear Climbers with Fancy Cut Madeira Garnet
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
Made in 14ky with diamonds, these are perfect little ear climber earrings, designed for daily wear
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold
Certified 0.36 Carat Diamond Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold "Comet" Solitaire Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Like a comet with a diamond head and a golden tail, this sleek and modern ring features a bright
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
110 Diamond Comet 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiate celestial beauty with the 110 Diamond Comet 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings. Featuring 110
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$20,800Sale Price|20% Off
Twin Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, resembling mirror-image comets, are accentuated by baguette diamond tails of 1.20tcw. Selling
Diamond, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pear Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiate celestial beauty with the Comet Grace Diamond Drop Earrings. Featuring 110 full-cut
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pear Drop Huggie Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiate celestial beauty with the Comet Grace Diamond Drop Earrings. Featuring 110 full-cut
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Chanel Watch Mademoiselle Prive Quartz
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Marquetry And Comet Motif Diamond Dial - White Satin Strap 37.5mm 18K white gold case 570 brilliant-cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Ruby Comet Brooch
Located in Paris, FR
Comet brooch set with an old-mine cut diamond on a pave-set of rubies rimmed with diamonds. 14ct
Platinum Round & Baguette Diamond Comet Brooch
Located in Toronto, CA
Round and Baguette Diamond Platinum Brooch 10 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds= 5.28ct 30 Round
Diamond, Platinum
Handmade 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond "Comet" Earrings
Located in Washington, DC
Shah & Shah handmade 18k yellow gold and diamond Comet earrings with 1.44cts of colorless round
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold and Diamond "Comet" Dangle Earrings
Located in Washington, DC
Shah & Shah's 18 karat white gold and diamond dangle earrings from the "Comet Collection." These
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Comet Drop Pendant Earrings
By Geoffrey Good
Located in Hudson, NY
Handmade diamond Comet Drops in 18k Yellow Gold, from our Galaxy collection. 1.62” long and 0.36
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Kailis Comet Lariat Diamonds Australian Pearls Necklace
Located in Madrid, ES
Kailis' "Comet Lariat" necklace, from the Ethereal collection, formed by 4 white gold strings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 0.35 in L 1.62 in
Geoffrey Good Galaxy "Long Comet" Natural Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Geoffrey Good
Located in Hudson, NY
and movement of celestial phenomenons, these 18k white gold drop earrings are set with (87) diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
Man in the Moon Diamond Gold Pin
Located in Boston, MA
18K YELLOW GOLD BROOCH. MOON WITH COMET HAS BURNISHED SET DIAMONDS. DIAMONDS = .47CT
Diamond, 18k Gold
Geoffrey Good Galaxy Natural Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Geoffrey Good
Located in Hudson, NY
, Geoffrey's contemporary version features 3 articulated diamond comet pendants suspended from 3 graduated
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Italian Retro Diamond Granulated Gold Clip Post Earrings
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
later replacements from the 1970s Italy, 1940s A stylized comet’s tail swirling around a diamond set
White Diamond, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Shooting Star Diamond 10.50 Carat Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sizing. Featuring a Handmade One of a Kind Shooting Star/Comet Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring Entirely
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Coral and Diamond Comet Necklace
Located in San Antonio, TX
18K gold pendant necklace set with diamonds and coral. 18K ITALY.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Marilyn Cooperman Pearl and Yellow Diamond Comet Pin
By Marilyn F. Cooperman
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Marilyn Cooperman 18k Yellow Gold, Patinated Silver and South Sea Pearl Comet Pin
Yellow Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Chanel 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Comet Star Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: CHANEL 18k White Gold Diamond Comet Star Necklace Material: 18k White Gold Total Weight
Diamond, White Gold
Chanel Comet Sapphire Diamond Two Color Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow And White Gold Diamond Yellow And Blue Sapphire Comet Bangle Bracelet by Chanel. With
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Kieselstein-Cord Diamond Crescent Moon Comet Yellow Gold Brooch
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Southampton, PA
scintillating diamonds that weigh 0.50 carats in total.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1835 Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Halley's Comet Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch designed to commemorate the 1835 viewing of Halley's Comet Featuring a prong set cabochon
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Gold Georgian Period Halley’s Comet Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This ornate diamond cluster was made circa the 1835 sighting of Halley’s comet, a frequently
Diamond, Gold
Sold
H 1.75 in W 1.875 in D 2.59 in L 20 in
14 Karat Comet Pendant with Oregon Sunstone, Fire Opals and Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
diamond melee in varying sizes (to represent the comet tails). The pendant is just over 2.5" long. It
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Other, 14k Gold
Sold
W 1.05 in D 0.24 in L 2.86 in
Antique Edwardian 15K Gold & Silver 1.72ctw Diamond Pearl Halley’s Comet Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
seed pearls, attached to 3 diamond-set leaf shaped sections, creating the ‘coma’ of the comet. From
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum 5.0 Carat Mixed Cut Diamond Comet Earrings, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Antique Platinum and 5.0ct Mixed Cut Diamond Comet Earring 1920s The 1910 appearance of Halley’s
Diamond, Platinum
1910 Art Nouveau Emerald Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Halley's Comet Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bar brooch is designed as a highly stylized depiction of Halley's comet Head is a cluster
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
3.16 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Halley's Comet 18k Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
As bright as the stars! This Halley's Comet or starburst pendant brooch is designed with one 0.75
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
H 2.32 in W 0.385 in L 2.32 in
Pearl Comet Earrings in 14ky with Diamond Baguette and Gold and Silver Chains
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
from a beautiful pearl. The top part of the post earring is a single, white diamond baguette. These
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl
Modern 18 Karat White Gold 0.40 Carat VVS-VS Diamond Star Comet Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a modern design star comet cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 2000. The piece
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Comet Form Pink Red Spinel 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
AAA Quality South Sea White Pearl Beautiful Flying Comet Shape Striking Silvery Hue with Light
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, South Sea Pea...
Chanel Comete Diamond Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
serve as compliment to the bold diamond comet cutting across the plain of this dazzling design. The ring
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
D 0.875 in Dm 6.3 in
Chanel High Jewelry White Gold and Diamond Bracelet, Les Intemporels Collection
By Chanel
Located in Weston, MA
diamond bracelet. Comets, stars and moons were some of Coco Chanel’s favorite design motifs and she would
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
million mile long tail of the comet. The biggest diamond is approximately 0.72 ct (K color, SI2 clarity
Art Nouveau Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
plique a jour & diamond with comet detail that was fashionable throughout the early 1900's.
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold
Gemstone Diamond Gold Comet Statement Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
A captivating pair of Gem set Comet Earrings, beautifully arranged and each earring set with an
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
English Edwardian Diamond Silver and Gold "Halley's Comet" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An English Edwardian silver top/18 karat gold brooch with diamonds. The 'Halley's Comet' brooch is
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Chanel Comet Star Diamond Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Sapphire Comete Star Pendant Necklace by Chanel. With 4 round brilliant
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Aquamarine Topaz and Diamond Gem Set Comet Gold Statement Ring
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
A Captivating Gem set Comet Runway Ring, beautifully arranged and set with step-cut Aquamarine in
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold
Sold
W 0.03 in Dm 0.03 in L 13.78 in
Diamond raw Strand total 55 carat natural colors 5-6 mm Seize like small comets
Located in Viena, Viena
...either two bracelets or a necklace...., a natural gray diamond strand in the form of rough
Diamond
Bernhard H. Mayer Golden Comets Diamond 18K Two Tone Gold Pendant
By Bernhard H. Mayer
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
like cascading comets and meticulously adorned with finely cut diamonds. The piece comes with hallmark
CHANEL White Gold Mademoiselle Charm Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(4) charms Cometes Diamond Heart Charm, Camelia Black Onyx Flower, and Matelasse Chanel Number 5. All
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Ruby 'Comet' Drop Earrings
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond and ruby almond-shaped drop earrings, designed as a full-cut round diamond surrounded by
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Cometes Gold Diamond Pearl Ring
By Chanel
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Modern 18k white gold ring by Chanel from Cometes collection, featuring 11mm pearl ,surrounded by
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Comet Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A necklace composed of 18kt yellow gold and diamond cut out beads, sterling silver craters and
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Engel Brothers Diamond Platinum Comet Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
All platinum, including posts and backs, these lovely earrings set with baguette and round diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
CHANEL 'Cometes' 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, NY
CHANEL gold and diamond ring from the 'COMETES' collection. Circular top with pave diamond stars
Diamond, 18k Gold
Comet Chanel Ring, White Gold and Diamonds
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
A 750/000 white gold Chanel "toi et moi" ring, "Comet" collection, set with brilliant cut diamonds
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Channel Set Diamond Yellow Gold Comet Swirl Earrings
Located in Columbia, MO
Comet or Swirl Earrings 14 karat yellow gold .60 carat combined total diamond weight Posts and omega
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Boxed Sapphire Halleys Comet Brooch Sapphire Diamond
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
brooch depicts Halley’s Comet, set with cabochon Sapphires and Diamonds. Circa 1880 Set in 18ct Yellow
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Comet Pendant Charm
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chanel 18k White Gold & Diamond Comet Pendant Charm 3.8g For sale is a Chanel 18k white gold and
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18CT White Gold Art Deco Style Diamond Comet Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
set with a shining diamond centerpiece accented with 32 sparkling diamonds with a total weight of
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Twin Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in San Francisco, CA
(3.41 carats total), and radiate like mirror-image comets with baguette diamond tails. A truly dynamic
Diamond, Platinum
Halleys Comet Foiled Topaz Diamond 18 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning Georgian period brooch c1800. Halley's comet example. Solid 18 carat gold. Designed with
Diamond, Topaz, Gold
Diamond Crescent and Flower Brooch, Victorian, ca. 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A Victorian diamond crescent and flower brooch in silver and gold, ca. 1880s. The crescent has a beautiful design with a flower attached in the centre, creating an aesthetic and sy...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's stunning 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band is both timeless and modern. Perfectly matched emerald-cut diamonds, with large step facets and high crowns, produ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA 17.91 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified 17.91 carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum Old Cushion Diamond Ring features a Center Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond with beautiful vintage carving ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 15.87 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Magnificent 15.87 carat emerald-cut diamond solitaire engagement ring. Classic solitaire ring centering upon a stunning emerald-cut diamond of 15.87 carats, I / VVS2. The ring mount ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
An early Victorian topaz and diamond brooch/pendant
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian topaz and diamond brooch/pendant, to the centre a cushion-cut orange topaz measuring approximately 8.2 x 6.2mm, cut-down set in yellow gold collet with closed bac...
Diamond, Topaz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond pendant/brooch. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 1.35 carats, adorned with twenty ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Brazilian Emerald and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Brazilian Emerald Diamond Bypass Ring Emerald .90 cts Diamond .31 cts Size 7, can be sized Pictured with Faye's 18k Gold Emerald Dome Ring, sold separately. Please inqui...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, England
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s. This beautifully handcrafted tiara can be effortlessly...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Georgian Double Heart Diamond Burmese Ruby 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Double hearts set side by side meant “bound together” and were traditionally set with gemstones and used for betrothal in the 1800s Some of the gems that appear in combination in the...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Georgian Revival Rose Cut Diamond Heart Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most romantic Georgian style rose cut diamond engagement ring. The heart motif adorned with a delightful bow and centered by a charming, 0.93 carat antique diamond glimmering with ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Late Georgian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian emerald and diamond ring, in the form of a flower, to the centre an octagonal-cut emerald, estimated to weigh 0.2 carats, surrounded by six old-mine cut diamonds one ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Diamond Dome Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 22 Karat Gold Diamond Dome Ring, with its mesmerizing 3.88 carat stone and seamless dome setting, is beautifully matte finished and offers spectacular, one-of-a-kind spark...
Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold
Georgian Aquamarine Lapis Cannetille Pendant Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Georgian Aquamarine and Lapis Cannetille Pendant-Brooch of beautiful quality and condition. Extraordinary detailed gold work forms the surrounds for each stone. Approx. 13 carats of ...
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k 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.