TVJ 0.55 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful diamond pendant necklace. The pendant features a Georgian style cut down setting with a cushion cut diamond which has been crafted in platinum, suspended on a 16 ...
Diamond, Platinum
TVJ 0.81 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful diamond pendant necklace. The pendant features a Georgian style cut down set old cushion cut diamond which has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold and silver, suspen...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
0.79ct Cushion Cut Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite diamond necklace is truly captivating! A 0.70ct cushion cut diamond is elegantly surrounded by 0.09ct of micropavé set diamonds in an 18k white gold setting. Perfect w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.77 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace in Two-Tone Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace, showcasing a 0.77 carat cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as E color and SI2 clarity, bezel-set in a 14K white gold mounting.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$1,804Sale Price|20% Off
Halo Pave Cushion Cut Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Necklace Chain Charm
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18 Karat White Gold 0.51 CT Diamond of G Color VS Clarity 18 inches length
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified Cushion-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful solitaire cushion-cut diamond pendant necklace in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Cushion Cut Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
0.55ct Cushion Cut Emerald with 0.25ct total weight of accent Diamonds. Set in 18k TT, with a 16" cable chain.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Artisanal Cushion-Cut Garnet Pendant with Diamond Accents
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Exuding a regal, old-world charm, this 14KT gold pendant is a masterpiece of contrast and light. A mesmerizing 3.25ct cushion-cut Garnet takes center stage, its deep ember hues beaut...
Diamond, Garnet, Onyx
6.14 Carat Cushion Cut Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Trumbull, CT
A 6.14-carat cushion-cut tsavorite garnet, gloriously accented with 3.52 carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Colors - 2 Carat Pink Diamond Cushion Cut Pendant
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
It's a symbol of sophistication, style, and luxury that is treasured for generations to come. This pendant showcases a striking 2.01-carat Fancy Light Brown Pink cushion cut diamond...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
0.68 Carats Pink Cushion Cut Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be captivated by the sheer magnificence of this exquisite pendant, a true marvel of jewelry craftsmanship. At its core, a resplendent 0.13-carat pink cushion diamond emana...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1.06 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Ceylon cushion cut 1.06ct sapphire set in a in a custom-made handmade bezel set pendant with 5 full cut round diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,650 / item
4.03ct Cushion Cut Blue Topaz Pendant
Located in New York, NY
4.03ct Cushion Cut Blue Topaz in a 14k WG Setting, featuring 0.26ct total weight of accent Diamonds. 18" chain.
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modern Fashion Blue Cushion Cut Topaz White Diamond White Gold Pendant
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pendant White Gold 14 K Diamond 19-Round 57 - 0,12-4/6A Topaz 1-7,36 (1)/1A Weight 3.56 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based je...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion-Cut Diamond in 18K White Gold GIA Certified Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Diamond necklace featuring a cushion-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, color grade F, clarity VS2, set within a halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds. Crafted in 18k white gold. Lengt...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.00 Carats Cushion Cut Blue Green Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace, showcasing a 5.00 carats cushion cut blue green tourmaline, set on a four prong setting.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.80 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Cross
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
6 elongated Cushion Cut Diamonds make up this beautiful and understated cross. Stones weighing approximately 0.30 carat each for a total of 1.80 Carats. Stones are G-H color and VS C...
Diamond
GIA Certified 1.55 Carats Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classy pendant necklace, showcasing a 1.55 carats cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as Y-Z color and SI1 clarity, set on a four prong platinum setting.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.00ct Cushion-Cut Diamond Halo Pendant in 18K Gold
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Discover timeless sophistication with this exquisite pendant necklace, exclusively from Brij Jewels. At its heart lies a magnificent 1.00-carat, GIA-certified cushion-cut diamond, ce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Leon Mege platinum halo pendant features an Antique cut cushion diamond.
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Centering G/VS1 0.91-carat True Antique™ cushion diamond GIA 2181596463 16 natural full-cut diamonds totaling 0.20 carats Rolex-grade platinum Platinum anchor chain 16" with a lob...
Diamond, Platinum
Cushion Cut Emerald with Diamond Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Diamond pendant in 14K Gold. It has a cushion cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3 carat Cushion Cut Emerald Pendant with Diamond Halo 18k Gold
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
This exquisite 18K yellow gold pendant features a magnificent 3-carat cushion-cut natural emerald surrounded by a sparkling diamond halo.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Honeybee Pendant Necklace Exquisite Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Honeybee Pendant Necklace Exquisite Natural Diamonds This 18K yellow gold honeybee pendant necklace embodies nature's elegance.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Makha 14K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Citrine Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This Pendant is made up of Cushion-Cut Citrine (1 pcs) 4.35 carat and Round-Cut White Diamond (7 Pcs) 0.11 Carat.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Carat Antique Cushion Shaped Citrine and Old Mine Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
The citrine is encircled with old mine cut diamond weighing 0.25 carat in total. Citrine: 14 carats (approx) Diamond: Old Mine Cut 0.80 carat Measurement: 20mm x 20 mm. (30 mm with ...
Citrine, Diamond
14KT White Gold Cushion-Cut Peridot and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant with a modern twist, this 14K white gold necklace features a stunning cushion-cut peridot weighing 1.54 carats, framed by a sparkling halo of 0.07 carats of brilliant diamond...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Snowflake Pendant Necklace with Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 18K yellow gold setting is polished to perfection, ensuring a lasting shine and resistance to wear over time. Inspired by the beauty of winter, this 18K yellow gold snowflake nec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21.05 Carat Cushion Checkered Cut Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Topaz and diamonds Topaz Shape & Cut: Cushion checkered cut Topaz Color: Swiss blue Topaz Variety: Topaz Topaz Total Carat Weight: 21.05 CTW Diamond Shape ...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Platinum
Nora 10K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Peridot Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This Pendant is made up of 6*8 mm Peridot Cushion-cut (1 pcs )1.43 carat and Round-cut Diamond (5 Pcs) 0.05 carat.
Diamond, Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Halo Pendant Necklace With 1.01 tcw Cushion Cut Natural Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A beautiful 18K white gold pendant necklace featuring a 0.87ct cushion-cut main diamond, F color, and VVS2 clarity, accented with sparkling round side diamonds totaling 0.14ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
East-West Halo Pendant Necklace, 1.5 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond, GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a stunning East-west diamond halo pendant necklace style showcasing a 1.50 carat cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as G color, VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Spark 4.5 Carat Cushion Cut Citrine Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Spark Creations
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted to perfection, the Spark 4.5 carat cushion cut cabochon citrine and diamond 18k white gold pendant necklace is truly a spectacular statement piece of jewelry.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.55 TCW Cushion Cut Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
9.55 TCW Cushion Cut Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry This necklace features a delicate 18K yellow gold chain paired with a captivating cushion turquoise ce...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.55 TCW Cushion Cut Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
9.55 TCW Cushion Cut Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry This necklace features a delicate 14K yellow gold chain paired with a captivating cushion turquoise ce...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
0.99 Carat Peridot Cushion-Cut Diamond Accents 10K Yellow Gold Classic Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This Pendant is made up of 6.0 mm Cushion-Cut Peridot (1 pcs) 0.99 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (4 Pcs) 0.02 Carat.
Diamond, Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Cushion Cut Amethyst Shield Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 2.53 Gram Pendant Size : 16.90mm Set with : Diamond Stone : 46 Natural Diamonds Gem Stone : 1 Amethyst Diamond Carat : 0.13 Gem Stone Cara...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Blue Topaz & Pavé Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning topaz and diamond pendant necklace is a beautifully refined and elegant piece, centered around a vivid rectangular cushion-cut blue topaz that glows with a rich, clear,...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.19 Carat Cushion-Cut Burma No Heat Spinel and White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful pendant necklace, it features a 1.19 carat cushion-cut unheated Burmese spinel in the centre surrounded by a halo of white round-brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.12 cara...
White Diamond, Spinel
Peter Suchy 1.05 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sri Lankan periwinkle blue ICA certified cushion sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. At the center of this pendant is a cushion cut 1.05ct sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.57 Carat Cushion Cut Sri Lankan Sapphire, No Heat, w/ 0.50ctw Diamond Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful pendant necklace features a very special 9.57 carat cushion cut Sri Lankan blue sapphire, no heat, set in platinum accented by 0.50 carat total weight in tapered bague...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2.50 Carat GIA Certified Cushion-Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18K Pendant
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: - Item Type: Pendant Necklace - Metal: 18k White Gold - Weight: 10.07 Grams - Pendant Height: 1.5 inch Center Stone Details: - Type: Natural Sapphire - Carat: 2.50 - Co...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has cushion cut sapphire studded with diamond that completes your look with a decent touch.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov GIA 0.40 Carat Cushion Cut Pink Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pendant necklace, featuring a 0.40 carat cushion cut diamond certified by GIA as natural with Light Pink color and VS2 clarity, set on a four claw prong setting.
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
3.44 Carat Cushion Cut Yellow Diamond Cross
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This cross features 6 perfectly matched Cushion Cut Yellow Diamonds weighing 3.44 Carats and set in a minimalistic setting that lets light pass from all directions. Set in 18 Karat...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3/4 Carat Cushion Cut Platinum Pendant
By Lili Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
3/4 ct Diamond set in 4 prong low basket. 18" platinum chain with a safety lock. Diamond quality colorless ranging from D-F VVSI-VS2 clarity. Lab tested guarantee NATURAL...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1/2 Carat Cushion Cut Platinum Pendant
By Lili Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
1/2 ct Diamond set in 4 prong low basket. 18" platinum chain with a safety lock. Diamond quality colorless ranging from D-F VVSI-VS2 clarity. Lab tested guarantee NATURAL...
Diamond, Platinum
Cushion Cut Purple Amethyst and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Amethyst and Diamond Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.25 carats Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: SI Amethyst Count: 1 Amethyst ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Cushion Cut Blue Topaz Infinity Drop Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 2.4 Gram Pendant Size : 26.93mmX2.50mmX3.10mm Set with : Diamond Stone : 33 Natural Diamonds Gem Stone : 1 Blue Topaz Diamond Carat : 0.2 ...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Large Alex Cushion Cut Quartz Pendant with Diamond Accents
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat White Gold Alex Cushion Cut Pendant With Round Diamonds 0.20 Total Diamond Weight. 4.59 grams total weight.
14k Gold
Cushion Cut Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Pendant with Leaf Design in 18K White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gemstone: Sapphire Sapphire Count: 1 Sapphire Cut: Cushion Sapphire Color: Orange/Yellow Sapphire Carat Weight: 7.60 ctw Sapphire Dimensions: 12.25 mm x 11.54 mm x 5.65 mm Sapphire ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,704Sale Price|20% Off
Cushion Cut Rose Gold Pendant with Pave Diamonds In 14k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14KT GOLD:16.116g, Diamond:4.43ct, Size: 47X31 MM"
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cushion Cut Rhodolite Cts 3.98 and Round Tsavorite Pendant With Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The pendant features a captivating Rhodolite Cushion, weighing 3.98 carats, skillfully embraced by a delicate swirl of gold design. Accompanying this centerpiece are four Tsavorite ...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
3.45 Carat Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut sapphire studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to re...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
3.42 Carat Cushion Cut Blue sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant in 18 White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A beautiful and chic pendant necklace showcasing vibrant 2 blue sapphires and round brilliant diamonds, set in an open-work design made in 18k white gold. 2 Blue sapphires weigh 3.42...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Cushion Cut Cts 3.18 Round Tszavorite Cts 0.22 Diamond Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At the heart of this pendant is a magnificent 3.18-carat Amethyst Cushion stone, exuding a mesmerizing purple hue that signifies tranquility and inner strength. The Amethyst is skil...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Amethyst, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Mark Broumand 1.62 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Pink Diamond Halo Pendant
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ravishing diamond pendant showcases a 1.01ct cushion cut diamond at the center accented by a dainty micro pavé halo of fancy pink diamonds.
1.00CT Cushion Cut Round White Diamond Cluster 18Karat White Gold Chain Pendant
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 1.00ct claw set Cushion Cut pendant, inlaid with various size diamonds this pendant has a unique studded finish that really captures the light.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Rose 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.