$5,620Sale Price|20% Off
Breathtaking Green Emerald White Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring and Earrings Available) Size 50 Diamond 15-Round 57-0,52-4/6A Diamond 86-Round 57-0,26-5/6A Emerald 1-0,37 4/(5)З₁A Emerald 3-Oval-0,5 4/(5)...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,620Sale Price|20% Off
Breathtaking Green Emerald White Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring and Earrings Available) Size 50 Diamond 15-Round 57-0,52-4/6A Diamond 86-Round 57-0,26-5/6A Emerald 1-0,37 4/(5)З₁A Emerald 3-Oval-0,5 4/(5)...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Foliate Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A breathtaking Art Deco platinum necklace featuring a lavish interplay of diamonds and vivid green emeralds in a botanical motif.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Big Heart Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Big Heart includes beautiful emerald cabochons of over 3.8 Ctw and diamonds of 0.6 Ctw set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 1.32 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1.32 carat emerald and 0.51 carat diamond, 15k yellow gold and palladium, platinum necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,825Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.3 grams. Dimention is diamond totally 0.40 carat. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs. Totally is emerald 0.60 carat. Totally lenght is c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mauboussin Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, 18k
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
A Mauboussin Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace made in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Asprey & Co. Emerald Necklace 18k Gold Diamond
By Asprey
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage necklace by Asprey & Co., made of 18k gold, featuring emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 0.16ct Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace MF256-041426
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A 3.10 carat Emerald makes it instantly captivating, while Diamond accents totaling 0.16 carats further elevate this impressive piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Flower Necklace with Rubies, Emeralds, and Sapphires
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This show-stopping necklaces showcases 6 beautiful diamonds flowers with ruby, emerald, blue and yellow sapphire center stones set in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Chain Necklace captures timeless sophistication and natural brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Necklace 18" 14k Gold 6.04 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Emerald and Diamond Necklace 18" in length set in 14k Gold 6.04 TCW Certified $14,950 310645 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry This magnific...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Geometric Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Geometric Pendant Necklace Description: This exquisite Art Deco style necklace is crafted in precious platinum and white gold, featuring an elo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features a 2 inch chandelier style pendant adorned with 2.78 carats of pear-cut emeralds and 0.86 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,364 / item
18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Tennis Necklace, 2026
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace by Bhavya Gems & Jewels is a refined interpretation of the classic tennis necklace, elevated with rich emerald accents and co...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mughal Certified Emerald Bead and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Mughal Certified Emerald Bead and Diamond Necklace This stunning necklace showcases a central antique Mughal emerald bead weighing approximately 35 carats, certified by AGL ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$96,979Sale Price|20% Off
91.1 Carat Zambian Emerald 11.56 Carat SI/H Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
. :- 57.20 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 36.67 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 11.56 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 91.11 Ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 0.41cts Emerald & Diamond 0.23cts Necklace in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This charming necklace features a radiant pendant crafted from four vivid emerald & diamond gemstones, each glowing with rich color and natural...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace 0.12ct 18 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This delicate emerald and diamond necklace is crafted in 10K yellow gold and features a vibrant 6 x 4mm oval cut emerald accented by 0.12 carats total weight of natural round single ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,183Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified 48.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 6.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exclusive necklace features drop/cabochon cut emeralds and twinkling diamonds , creating a stunning contrast.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace, 0.22ct Each
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Necklace is crafted from 14-carat gold and features an emerald and diamond gemstone.
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
18K Two Tone Pear and Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Cut Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Two Tone Pear and Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Cut Emerald Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Carved Emerald Cameo and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The emerald is framed by an ornate scrolling silver setting adorned with a combination of seven old mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.82 carats and 105 rose and 8/8-cut diam...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace Oval 18 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This delicate emerald and diamond necklace is crafted in 14K white gold and features a vibrant 6x4mm oval cut emerald accented by natural round single cut diamonds totaling 0.02 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bespoke 3 Carat Round Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Cluster Daisy Pendant Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The necklace is supplied by Hasbani Diamonds London. We believe in creating your own unique look by creating your own style.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...
18K White Gold Diamond Baguette Emerald Designer Pendant Necklace
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K White Gold Diamond Baguette Emerald Designer Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald, Diamond, and Onyx Triple Row Beaded Necklace
By Hamilton Jewelers
Located in Princeton, NJ
An important emerald, diamond, and onyx triple row beaded strand necklace of 30 inches in length.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
CERTIFIED 8.14 Carat Emerald and Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This luxuriously looking CERTIFIED high-end drop necklace highlighting 1 emerald cut lush green emerald weighing 8.14 carats total set with pear & round shaped diamonds weighing 24...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
25 Carat Vivid Green Oval Emeralds Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in the luxury of our Diamond and Green Emerald Necklace, a masterpiece of intricate craftsmanship and timeless elegance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Genuine Sparkling Citrine and Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This necklace features genuine high grade bright yellow citrines, delicately strung together with spessartine garnets, zambian emerald, diamonds and solid gold clasp, creating an ele...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14 Karat Gold Emerald and Diamonds Collier 'Necklace'
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
14k Gold Emerald and Diamonds Collier (Necklace) Rememberable white gold necklace, set with 3.9 carat diamonds F VS1 and an amazing pear cut natural emerald of 1.5 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 13 Carat Colombian Green Emerald Diamond Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of provenance and design symmetry: A Pristine Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & PROVENANCE Central Emerald (as authenticate...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$9,449Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Emerald Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Emerald Necklace Diamond Beads & Natural Green Emeralds are used to embellish a delicate necklace ,everything fluidly flowing among one another,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.1 Grams Gemstones: 1 pear ruby, 3 square and 1 marquise sapphire, 2 round emeralds Pendant Measurements Including ...
Emerald, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Colombian Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Stunning 14K White Gold Colombian Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace. Metal: 14K White Gold Center Stone: Natural Oval Colombian Emerald - 0.6 Carats Accent Stones: Brilliant Round Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.00ct Emerald 4.00ct Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous 18k yellow gold necklace. The necklace is centered with lovely GIA certified heart shape emerald that weighs approximately 1.00ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Strand 9mm Akoya Pearl Diamond Emerald Platinum Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant three-strand cultured pearl necklace featuring lustrous 9mm Japanese Akoya pearls and an extraordinary Art Deco-inspired platinum clasp accented with a GIA-certified carved e...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
18K White Gold Chandelier Necklace, 23.26ct Diamonds, 51.95ct Emeralds
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8247 18K White Gold Ladies Chandelier Necklace 23.26ct Natural White Diamonds & 51.95ct Natural Emeralds GIA Certificate No. 1236636381 An elegant and beautifully crafted...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pear Shaped Drop Necklace
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Pear Shaped Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace. This Necklace is part of a Suite and can be purchased individually.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s 5.00 Carat Emerald and 22.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum featuring a center Emerald cut Emerald drop weighing approximately 5.00 carats with Baguette, Marquise, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total o...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18k White Gold Emerald Cts 0.07 Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This delicate necklace features 18 Colombian emeralds (0.07 cts) and 19 round diamonds (0.06 cts).
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Freya 10k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace – Elegant Gemstone Necklace
Located in Greeneville, TN
Introducing Freya, an exquisite 10k yellow gold necklace set with 1 carat of natural emeralds and shimmering natural diamonds, beautifully arranged along an elegant 18-inch chain.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$228,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 40 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
40 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace This necklace has a total of 120 GIA certified diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$18,000Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Necklace, 7.36ct, USA
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Necklace feature 7.36 total carats of Emerald & 1.13 carats of Diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
14.47ct Natural Emerald Diamond Necklace 14K Dangle Riviera Graduated*
Located in New York, NY
Natural emeralds & diamonds necklace. 2.80ct Pear Shape Dangling Emerald (10.8 x 11.3mm). .77ct Emerald cut emerald (6x5mm).
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Era Emerald Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Transport yourself to a world of timeless beauty and sophistication with this extraordinary antique Victorian era graduated necklace. Adorned with mesmerizing emeralds and dazzling d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Floral Pendant Necklace Slide
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Floral Pendant Necklace Slide. This exquisite estate piece features a delicate floral design with eight natural round emeralds and two brilliant round...
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : An oval emerald is beautifully framed by a generous arrangement of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds in this 14K White gold pendant necklace.
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : An oval emerald is beautifully framed by a generous arrangement of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds in this 14K yellow gold pendant necklace.
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and White Diamond Layered Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 11.28 ct. emerald cut emeralds with 9.15 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold. Length is 15.75".
White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Emerald Diamond Seed-Pearl High-Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely decorative piece featuring faceted and cabochon emerald drops, natural seed pearls and a plethora of diamonds!
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold
2.17ct Oval Emerald & 0.18ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Bar Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the radiant allure of the Oval Cut Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bar Necklace, featuring an exquisite natural emerald surrounded by sparkling diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Halo Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Halo Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 14k White Gold This necklace is crafted in 14k white gold and features an oval halo design set with green emeralds and round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Emerald Bead Black Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 35-inch length of this necklace makes it versatile for both day and evening wear.
Black Diamond, Emerald
18ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and sophisticated, this tennis necklace is crafted in luxurious 14K white gold and features a continuous row of emerald-cut Natural Diamonds.
14k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified Muzo Colombian Vivid Green Emerald Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Emeralds: Approximately 20.50 Carats Diamonds: Approximately 33.20 Carats of Natural D-F color Vvs2-Vs2 clarity.
Diamond, Emerald
Emerald Carving Necklace with Pearls and Briolette Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Each gemstone in this magnificent necklace holds deep symbolism, from the eternal allure of emeralds, signifying rebirth and renewal, to the purity and innocence embodied by pearls a...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl
18K White Gold GIA Certified Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Necklace
Located in LA, CA
Item #8254 18K White Gold Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Necklace GIA Certified A striking high jewelry chandelier necklace crafted in 18K white gold, featuring 16.08 carats of ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.62 Carat Emerald White Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 5.71 Carats 31 White Round Diamonds: 0.91 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 4.80 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant tennis necklace in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the lenght; between two rows of diamonds, an oval emerald ad, as pendant, a drop emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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.