Vintage Black Rhodium & Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Studio City, CA
These striking diamond drop earrings combine old-world character with a bold, sophisticated silhouette. Each earring features a round floral-inspired upper section connected to an el...
Odelia Yellow Gold and Fine Diamond large Tear Drop Hoop Dangle Earrings
By Odelia
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 18K Yellow Gold Very sleek and Elegant Hoop Teardrop 18k Yellow Gold Earrings by Odelia. Measuring 2 inches in length and 1 inch wide, set with very fine Round Brilliant c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Diamond Sapphire Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun and stylish pair of earrings featuring 6.40 carats of oval shape bright purple amethyst, 1.10 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds, and 0.90 carats of vivid purple sapphire s...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$9,120Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 67.69 Carat Coral and Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Exuding timeless elegance, these exquisite drop earrings showcase the natural beauty of vibrant Coral, masterfully crafted into graceful pear-shaped drops and complemented by polishe...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Black Rhodium & Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Studio City, CA
These dramatic diamond drop earrings feature a striking elongated silhouette with an architectural, Art Deco-inspired character. Each earring is composed of a cushion-shaped diamond ...
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Tear Drop Pear Dangle Earrings
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elevate your style with this exquisite Estate 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with Sapphire and Diamonds. These stunning earrings feature a natural pear-shaped sapphire, measuring 8mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Geometric Invisibly Set Diamond Drop Dangle White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive 1.10" long geometric 18k white gold earrings featuring three sections of invisible set princess cut diamonds. They have post and omega backs.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,670Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Rose Gold Ruby Drop and Dangle Earrings with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Drop and Dangle earrings with diamonds to make a statement with your look.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage Black Rhodium & Diamond Teardrop Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Studio City, CA
These striking teardrop earrings feature an artistic arrangement of natural, irregularly shaped diamonds set in rich black rhodium. The contrasting dark setting highlights each diamo...
Diamond
Huge Diamond Dangling Drop Dead Earrings 12.52 cts. 18k Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Huge Diamond Dangling Drop Dead Earrings 12.52 cts. 18k Gold A dazzling statement of bold elegance, these huge diamond dangling earrings are designed to turn every head in the room.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.33 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring Dangle Drop Earrings Set 18k
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Emeralds and Diamonds Cluster Ring and Earrings Set 18k White Gold. The ring features a center emerald measuring approx 6mm X 5mm for a carat weight of approx 0.75 carat. The...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Pink Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Charming antique 14K pink gold earrings featuring rose cut diamonds and natural rubies, offering timeless vintage elegance. Specs: Material: 14K Pink Gold Diamonds: 8 Rose Cut Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.77ct Diamond Pear Drop 18K White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delicately crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, these Pear Drop Diamond Dangle Earrings exude elegance and brilliance with their refined cascading design.
18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Earrings Dangle Drop Estate 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Ruby Earrings Dangle Drop Estate 14K Gold These amazing estate earrings is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested, stamped and guaranteed).
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Emerald and Black Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Emerald: 10.38ct total weight. Diamonds: 11.67ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.20 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and white diamond dangle drop earrings. Set in 14k white gold with 4 oval rubies and round full cut accent diamonds. 4 oval rubies 3.20cts 66 round diamonds approx. total weig...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2.86 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.86 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Dangle Drop Earrings These earrings have Pear Cut Pink Sapphires that weigh 1.68 carats and measure at approximately 7 mm x 5 mm.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k White Gold 1.3ct SI/H Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Deira, Dubai
14k White Gold 1.3ct SI/H Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings features round cut diamond set in pear shape lining making a dangle earrings and tiny pear stud on top both joined together wit...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$2,013Sale Price / set|20% Off
18k White Gold 1.3ct SI/H Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Deira, Dubai
18k White Gold 1.3ct SI/H Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings features round cut diamond set in pear shape lining making a dangle earrings and tiny pear stud on top both joined together wit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
-925 Sterling Silver Natural Purple Amethyst and Diamond Drop & Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle with drop and dangle earrings made from the finest .925 sterling silver.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
$5,098Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond drop earrings.
Located in Firenze, FI
PAIR OF CALIBRATED RUBY DROPS They feature an oval motif set with calibrated rubies, a central Ruby, held by an articulated line set with brilliant-cut diamonds. 18K white gold setti...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Edwardian Style Floral Dangle 14K White Gold Drop Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A pair of delicate antique style dangle earrings is set with glittering round cut diamonds formed a floral cluster. Estimated total diamond weight is 1.2 carat. Ravishing, romantic, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Multi Circle Dangle Drop Vintage Statement Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed 5-Circle Diamond set Gold Dangle Drop Vintage Earrings. Hand set with 0.50tcw Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Drop Dangle Estate Vintage Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These exquisite platinum diamond drop earrings feature a dazzling array of Old European Cut diamonds with a total carat weight of approximately 2.98 carats. Each earring is set with ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Bead Shape Emerald and Fancy Color Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A unique and elegant style earrings made during the art deco era. Showcasing a cluster of oval-shaped beads made of lustrous green emeralds, suspended on a row of tapered baguette di...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$34,764Sale Price|23% Off
Emerald Drop and Diamond Earrings
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Important emerald and diamond earrings from the 1970s, each set with beautiful Old Mine Colombian emerald and surround by round brilliant cut diamonds of a very fine quality. The eme...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$2,190Sale Price|26% Off
Victorian Style 4.81 Carat Round Cut Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Victorian Style 4.81 Carat Round Cut Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings These Victorian Art Deco style diamond pavé earrings showcase an elegant elongated marquise silhouette with excepti...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
$3,095Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mixed Shape Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings 14K Solid White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Mixed Shape Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings features round, oval and marquise cut diamonds set below each other in the order: round on top, oval in between and ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Spike Dangle Leverback Drop Earrings 14K White Gold EG12457
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The drop dangles from the top, to let the diamonds catch more sparkle as you move!
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.51 Ct Natural Diamond Bridal Earrings 14k White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :-SEE-110551 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 2.73 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.23 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.51 Ct. ( SI Clarity & Hi Color ) Your Diamond, Your Trust Guar...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Bar Drop White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
These art deco bar dangle earrings are the epitome of vintage-inspired elegance featuring mesmerizing geometric patterns feature with sapphire and diamonds. Information Width: 6 mm....
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
.925 Sterling Silver Emerald Blue Topaz and Diamond Drop & Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
You won't regret adding these show stopper art deco drop and dangle .925 sterling silver earrings to your collection!
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Hand Carved Drop Shape Emerald & Diamonds Dangle Earring in 18K Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Charming Hand Carved Drop shape Emerald Dangle Earring in 18K Gold and Silver with diamond designer motif around.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Pearl & Diamonds Art Deco Style Victorian Drop / Dangle Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and wearable Pearl & Diamonds Art Deco style Victorian Drop/ Dangle Earrings set in 14K Gold & 925 Silver.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold 3/8 Cttw Double Triangle Drop and Dangle Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the world of sumptuous elegance with these 14K yellow gold earrings, delicately fashioned into a sophisticated double triangle drop and dangle design.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Australian Opal with Diamond Bow Dangle Drop White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous Australian opal with incredible blue, green, red and yellow play of color dangling from a diamond three dimensional bow set in 14k white gold. The opals measure approximate...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,844Sale Price / set|20% Off
18K White Gold 2.43 Carat Natural Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
A beautiful balance of movement, brilliance, and modern sophistication, these 18K White Gold Natural Diamond Drop Earrings are designed to make a lasting impression.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,325Sale Price|44% Off
11, 500 18KT Gold Magnificent Yellow Diamond White Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Large Light Fancy Yellow Diamond White Diamond Dangle Earrings. Each Earring features Rare Gorgeo...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold
Peter Suchy .65 Carat Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy infinity design diamond dangle drop earrings. 2 diamonds float on a chain that moves freely through the jump rings and two diamonds are stable at top. 8 round full cut ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.32 Ct Diamond With Emerald Earrings 14k White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.50 Carat Orange Heart Sapphire Diamond Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique Orange Heart Sapphire Diamond Gold Drop Dangle Earrings. The centerpiece of these earrings are the 4 stunning 1.50 carat orange heart sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy Freshwater Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Freshwater and diamond dangle drop earrings. Two 11mm to 11.5mm freshwater pearls, each dangling from 5 round brilliant cut diamonds in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Peridot Pink Tourmaline Raindrop Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Absolutely stunning, these peridot pink tourmaline dangle drop earrings are set in 14 karat gold using best international alloys.
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Circle Drop Dangle Earrings 14K White Gold 0.14ctw Pre Loved
Located in West Hempstead, NY
These elegant round diamond circle drop dangle earrings in 14kt white gold feature 0.14 carats total weight of natural HI SI round diamonds, offering delicate sparkle with graceful m...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 2.84 Carat Marquise and Round Diamond Drop Dangling 14k White Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Brighten up your life and your lobes with these spectacular, and exceptionally beautiful, sleek and sexy pair of Gorgeous Diamond Drop Dangling Earrings. Fantastic gift to yourself o...
Diamond, White Gold
.32 Carat Round Diamond Tear Drop Shaped Pearl White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Tear drop freshwater cultured pearl and diamond dangle drop earrings.
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
.58 Carat Round Baguette Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond ribbon style design dangle drop earrings.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 2.20 Carat Diamond White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Round and marquise diamond dangle drop earrings in 18k white gold. EGL Certified 2 marquise cut diamonds F-G SI I, approx. 2.20tcw EGL Certificate #US400132122D 8 round brilliant c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
PlatinumWhite Diamonds 3.69 Carat Aenea Drop Dangle Earrings
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
Gemstones: White Diamond 1,05ct. (E/VS1); White Diamond 1,02ct. (E/VS2); White Diamonds 0,77ct. Paving: White Diamonds 0,85ct. Material: Platinum 950 These beautiful earrings can b...
White Diamond, Platinum
14K Pink Rose Gold Art Deco Diamond & Amethyst Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Details: Metal: 14K Pink Rose Gold Stones: 56 Brilliant Round Diamonds (0.22 ct total) + Natural Amethyst Style: Art Deco Drop Dangle Earrings Dimensions: 1.5 inches long x 1/2 inch ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sterling Silver Emerald Blue Topaz and Diamond Accent Drop & Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
You won't regret adding these show stopper art deco drop and dangle .925 sterling silver earrings to your collection!
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
14K Rose and White Gold 3/8 Cttw Diamond Windchime Drop and Dangle Earring
Located in New York, NY
Envelop yourself in the enchanting melody of luxury with these 14K rose and white gold earrings, designed to mimic the delicate whisper of a windchime. Each earring gracefully suspen...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Mixed Metal, White Gold
Natural Diamond 1.60 Carats 18KT White Gold Drop Dangler Earrings
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Refine your look with the elegant glow of these dangling diamond cluster dangle drop earrings. The earrings feature a stunning combination of baguette and round-cut diamonds set in ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.00 Carat Round Diamond Onyx White Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Dramatic 1970's onyx and diamond dangle drop earrings. 2 black upside down tear drop shaped onyx, each one is capped with a white gold filigree pave diamond tops, connected to the po...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 9MM Cultured Black Pearl and Diamond Accent Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Imagine the graceful descent of twilight captured in an exquisite pair of earrings that combine luxury with a dramatic allure. Forged in 14K white gold and enhanced with a rhodium-pl...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
10.00 Carat Pear Shaped Aquamarine Diamond Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1940's exquisite pear shaped aquamarine and diamond dangle drop earrings. Crafted with precision and elegance, these earrings begin with 2 pear shaped aquas with total carat ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Estate Diamond & Ruby Cabochon Tear Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Estate 14K yellow gold earrings featuring 2 natural rubies (17.7 ct total) accented with 0.10 ct of brilliant round diamonds. Graceful teardrop dangle design combines vivid red rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
24.00 Carat Green Briolette Quartz Diamond Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1940s Aqua and diamond dangle drop earrings. 14k white gold. Two briolette cut light green Quartz bottoms with natural inclusions with diamond accents.
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 5/8 Cttw Diamond Geometrical Pillar Drop and Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle and bewilder with a dash of architectural grandeur in these striking 14K yellow gold earrings, where sophistication meets sparkle in an exquisite dance. Each earring is a mast...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
-925 Sterling Silver Natural Purple Amethyst and Diamond Drop & Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with these exquisite drop and dangle earrings, crafted from the finest .925 sterling silver.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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