5.62 Carat Emerald cut Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A classic pendant necklace showcasing an Emerald cut, lush green emerald weighing 5.62 carats total.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Necklace Brooch 14K Pear Emerald Pendant Vintage
Located in Jupiter, FL
A 14.97tcw Victorian styled Pear Cut Colombian emerald and Round diamond necklace/brooch in solid gold.
Emerald, 14k Gold
$304,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a breathtaking natural emerald cut diamond, certified by GIA weighing an impressive 6 carats. This gem showcases a remarkable spread, enhancing its visual presence and a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$240,000Sale Price|20% Off
103 Ct. Emerald Baguette Round Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Set with cushion-shaped and oval emeralds decorated with variously-shaped diamonds. emeralds weighing a total of 50 carats Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 53 carats Leng...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Pink Sapphire & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Ball Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Station Ball Chain 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace is crafted in 14K Yellow Gold with a mix of full-cut diamonds, pink sapphires, and emeralds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Emerald Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and stylish necklace featuring 7 cabochon emeralds. The 7 emeralds weigh a total of 17.42 carats and have an intense rich green color.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 18K Yellow Gold Emerald 200ct & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in jaipur, IN
This pendant features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with a sparkling emerald & DIAMOND. Crafted in radiant gold, this exquisite necklace showcases a mesmeri...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace 18" 14k WG 1.84 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Fine Quality Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace 18" 14k W Gold 1.84 TCW Certified $5,950 215428 Made in Italy This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Emerald
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Appraised 18k Gold 530 carat Emerald Tourmaline Diamond Gold Necklace
By Karats by Juhi
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
530 carat Emerald Tourmaline Diamond Gold Necklace, 14k Gold beautiful hand-crafted necklace with solid gold lion motif in the clasp Gross Weight- 68.63 Daimond 2.77 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold
Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant necklace has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in 1.88 carats emerald & 1.08 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Bezel Set Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant seventeen inch tennis necklace features 3.02 carats of round bezel set natural emeralds, complimented by 2.95 carats of shimmering bezel set round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.42 Carat Floating Emerald with Diamond & Emeralds in 18K Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The pendant necklace is crafted from 18k white gold. Item Details: - Type: Pendant Necklace - Metal: 18K Gold - Weight: 7.65 grams - Setting: Prong, Bezel - Size: 21 inches - ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Emeralds 18 Carat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Art Deco Style Diamond and Carved Emerald 'Basket' Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold Experience the glamor of the roaring twenties with this exquisite Art Deco-inspired pendant neck...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 20.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Zambian Emerald and Diamonds necklace, in an intricate design, so glamour and refined style.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
5.66ct Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Necklace
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking blend of modern elegance and expert craftsmanship, the 5.66-carat Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel-Set Tennis Necklace in 14K Yellow or White Gold is a testament to sophisticated...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.47ct Baguette Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Charms Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whether for special occasions or everyday elegance, this necklace is a treasure to cherish. Necklace Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold C...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
34.38ct Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 18K Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
A luxurious necklace featuring a sophisticated arrangement of pear-shaped Zambian emeralds and radiant round-cut diamonds, creating an enchanting cascade of color and sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
70.0 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond Statement Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is hand set in 70.0 carats opal doublets, 22.65 carats emerald, 27.37 carats blue sapphire and 11.41 carats of diamonds.
Blue Sapphire, Opal, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Silver Topped 14k Yellow Gold Colombian Emerald & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dunaigre certified 3.50 carat Colombian emerald with minor oil, surrounded by an extraordinary 27.8 carats total weight of old mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Emerald Diamond Necklace 18" 14k WG 2 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace 18" 14k WG 2 TCW Certified $4,950 309026 Made in Italy This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 14k Gold Necklace Set with 4.55ct Diamonds, 99.66ct Emeralds
Located in jaipur, IN
GW= 76.76gm NW= 36.48gm DIAMOND= 4.55cts DIAMOND POLKI= 18.26cts EMERALD= 99.66cts PEARL= 3.56cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA( divinejewellerlounge)
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Cut and Pear Cut Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Cut and Pear Cut Emerald Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Graded 4.36 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Emerald and diamond necklace featuring an AGL graded Colombian emerald with minor clarity enhancement estimated weight 4.36 carats and 218 mix cut diamonds with an estimated total w...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$26,833Sale Price|20% Off
Spectrum 20.38ct Emerald & 6.55ct Diamond Fringe Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Embrace the pinnacle of high-jewelry artistry with this elaborate emerald and diamond fringe necklace by Spectrum. This dramatic 16-inch statement piece features a rhythmic, cascadin...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Spectrum 7.89ct Emerald & 1.40ct Diamond Alternating Tennis Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Redefine timeless sophistication with this exquisite alternating emerald and diamond tennis necklace by Spectrum. A masterclass in rhythmic harmony, this 16-inch piece features a sea...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$18,595Sale Price|20% Off
Spectrum 16.37ct Emerald & 5.83ct Diamond Fringe Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Make an unforgettable impression with this elaborate emerald and diamond fringe necklace by Spectrum. A true journey of high-jewelry artistry, this 16-inch collar is defined by its d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 45.87 Ct TW Emerald & Diamond Necklace, Pear and Emerald Cut, 18K Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Natural Green Emerald Necklace, 45.87 Ct. TW Features a striking design with 24 emerald stones. - Made of 18K White Gold - Metal weight of 65.60 grams - Total carat weight of 45.87...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Emerald Cut Emerald Pendant Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This necklace features a stunning square-cut emerald, The chain is composed of a continuous line of roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with an emerald surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
SCAVIA Emerald Diamond Coral Multi-Strand 18K Gold Necklace
By Scavia
Located in 台東区, JP
The necklace is highlighted by two elaborate ornamental sections featuring vibrant cabochon emeralds accented with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Riviera Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, this pendant necklace is hand set with .35 carats emerald and .17 carats of sparkling diamonds on the 16" chain..
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.70 carat emerald diamond 14k yellow gold necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Vintage necklace centers on an oval cut emerald weighing 2.70 carats, its deep, verdant green glowing with the lush intensity emeralds are so treasured for.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Emerald Cut Diamond and Oval Emerald Ball Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.70 ct. emerald oval with a 0.70 ct. emerald cut white diamond. Handmade in 14k yellow gold. Length is 17".
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$10,500 / item
Cameo Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This beautiful cameo pendant necklace is set with 58.16 carats cameo shell, .16 carats emerald, .97 carats pearl and .50 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Squares Necklace
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Gorgeous and eye-catching, this substantial, square-shaped necklace is composed of 0.81 ctw emerald and 0.41 ctw diamond, princess-cut squares.
14k Gold
22tcw 18K Gold Regal Emerald & Diamond Choker Necklace Vivid Green Oval Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite Fine Emerald and Diamond Choker Necklace. This regal masterpiece features 26 oval-cut emeralds, each boasting a vivid rich emerald green colo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1.88 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A brilliant and classic piece showcasing emerald-cut vivacious green emerald in the center weighing 1.88 carats and a line of round diamonds on both sides set in 14K White Gold. 239 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
11.06 Carat Colombian Heart Shape Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly expressive pendant necklace centered by a natural Colombian emerald weighing an impressive 11.06 carats, accompanied by a Swiss gemological report from C.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handmade by our artisans. Fabulous pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold, set with diamonds and emerald Necklace total weight 13.70 grams Diamonds weight 6.40 karat Emerald weight...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,396Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Emerald White Diamond White Gold Wedding Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 14K White Gold Diamond 15-RND57-0,52-4/6A Diamond 86-RND57-0,26-5/6A Emerald 1-0,37 4/(5)З₁A Emerald 3-0,5 4/(5)З₁A Size 50 sm Weight 5,15 grams With a heritage of anc...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$7,232Sale Price|20% Off
Spectrum 4.78ct Zambian Emerald & 2.95ct Diamond Station Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Discover the delicate harmony of this station necklace by Spectrum. A masterclass in refined minimalism, this 16-inch piece features a deliberate, rhythmic arrangement of 4.78 carats...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Carved Tanzanite, Emerald and Diamond Pendant Beaded Necklace.
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A one of a kind art-deco looking beaded necklace, with a 45.57 carat (18X25mm) carved Tanzanite pendant, adorned with Diamonds set in solid 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$30,013Sale Price|25% Off
Gorgeous 15.00 Ct of Emeralds 5.00 Diamonds on Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From new sprigs collection, amazing design for this necklace , so exclusive and chic, in 18k gold with emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Reversible Emerald & Diamond Cross Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold reversible cross necklace with one side round emeralds weighing 0.21 carat total and on the other side round diamonds weighing 0.40 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Vintage Style Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Emerald & Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .49cttw Emerald Carat Weight: .40ct Diamond Carat Weight: .09ct Stone Cut: Pear & Round Material: 14k Yellow ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Necklace 18" 14k White Gold 2.64 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace with an 18" chain and set in 14k White Gold with a ct weight of 2.64 TCW Certified $3,950 410445 This is a Unique Custom Made ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1960s Riviera Diamond GIA Heart Emerald Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning estate diamond and emerald heart necklace is crafted in 18 karat White and yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$9,741Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 5.91ct Emerald & 4ct Diamond Tennis Pendant Necklace
Located in Deira, Dubai
Redefine elegance with this sophisticated emerald and diamond tennis pendant necklace by Spectrum.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Grima Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Gold Necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
28.25 Carat Emerald 14 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14 karat gold, this stunning necklace is hand set with 28.25 carats Emerald and 19.90 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emeralds Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The central piece of the necklace is adorned with high-quality diamonds and emeralds, creating an impressive visual effect.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian 0.5ct Emerald and Diamond Necklace, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Edwardian necklace, displays a wonderful collection of vibrant green emeralds and glittering old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond and Multi Strand Emerald Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Multi Strand Emerald Bead Necklace 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Elegant 14KT White/Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace, 10ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning elegant emerald and diamond necklace made with matching oval emeralds, emeralds are bluish green and transparent with excellent quality, this necklace is made with conflict ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold, 4.55ct
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This striking pendant features a bold circular design crafted in 18k yellow gold, beautifull...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
0.99 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.99-carat emerald cut lush green emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco style diamond emerald platinum target pendant necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Art Deco style target pendant necklace is a beautifully geometric contemporary design, centered by a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.25 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.90 carat emerald cut lush green emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Snake Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
The pendant features a stylized, coiling snake motif. The entire body of the snake is covered in small, round, pavé-set diamonds that maximize sparkle. The snake's eyes are set with ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k 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.
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.