Art Deco Diamond Négligée Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an superb diamond négligée necklace from the later stages of the Art Deco movement.
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Négligée Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an superb diamond négligée necklace from the later stages of the Art Deco movement.
Diamond, Platinum
Opal and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Opal and diamond negligée necklace. Centrally set with an oval cabochon natural opal in a open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.90 carats, further set with two ov...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian turquoise and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1895.
Located in London, GB
The total diamond weight is approximately 3.78 carats, to an elegant negligée necklace flowing with movement featuring curved claws, polished galleries and circular open backholing, ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Silver
Belle Epoque Antique Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This delicate Belle Epoque necklace is crafted in platinum and gold (back of the pendant). It is embellished with old brilliant cut and rose cut diamonds. The two princi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Natural Pearl and Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful negligee necklace taken from the early stages of the 20th century.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Edwardian 15k Gold Topaz & Diamond Negligee Necklace, Circa 1910
Located in Altrincham, GB
A super pretty antique negligee necklace dating from the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Diamond, Topaz, 15k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.45ct Diamond Negligee Necklace in 10k Gold & Platinum
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A dainty antique Edwardian double diamond drop necklace, a most delightful gift for her.
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver
Antique 10k Gold Diamond Negligée Necklace, 0.60 ct, Art Nouveau Style
Located in Chorzów, PL
A "negligee" necklace is a type of chain on which an element is suspended from which two ornaments, usually in the shape of drops, hang at unequal lengths.
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Edwardian, Diamond & White Sapphire Negligee Necklace
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This delightfully ditty necklace is what is often referred to as a negligee, and this particular piece dates to circa 1910.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pearl Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Négligée Necklace
Located in London, GB
A modern pearl and diamond 14 karat white gold négligée style necklace This striking necklace is composed of a rigid 14 karat white gold cross over front section claw set with round...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Target Negligeé Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite negligeé necklace showcasing the elegance of Art Deco design.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$6,000Sale Price|36% Off
H 2 in W 1 in L 17.5 in
Early 20th Century Opal Diamond Gold Negligee Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Early 20th Century opal and diamond 14k white gold negligee necklace featuring fine quality gray crystal opal and diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous Belle Époque Négligée Diamond Necklace in Platinum 950
Located in Lucerne, CH
This beautiful Belle Époque négligée necklace enchants with its delicate and elegant playfulness.
Diamond, Platinum
$4,475
H 1.75 in W 0.5 in L 15.5 in
Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era negligee drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 900 platinum (sterling silver jump ring).
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Pearl Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace Platinum & 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Stunning, Edwardian negligee pendant necklace.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Negligee
Located in New York, NY
An original 1930s Diamond and Sapphire negligee set in platinum and 18 K gold.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
$3,700
W 0.79 in L 1.58 in
Morganite and Diamond Edwardian Style Bow Negligee Necklace in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vintage charm with a modern twist. At its heart, a graceful bow design adds a touch of delicate elegance, while two flowing strands drape downward, adding a sense of movement and g...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Négligée Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A sparkling diamond centerpiece at the top middle, gracefully leading to a drop adorned with two vibrant blue sapphires. The elegant combination of brilliant diamonds and rich blue s...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace by Marret Frères
Located in London, GB
This négligée necklace features a scintillating marquise-cut diamond and a soft, alluring pear-shaped natural pearl, dangling asymmetrically from a delicate and intricate central bow...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Unavailable
H 1.74 in W 0.44 in L 16.54 in
Edwardian Platinum 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Elegance and delicacy An exemplary Edwardian era Diamond negligee necklace expressing in full the everlasting elegance of the Belle Epoque era All hand crafted of solid Platinum thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 10.05 Carats Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Calabasas, CA
Edwardian Negligee necklace of superior craftsmanship. The necklace is composed of Knife-edged platinum, containing 35 bezel-set old European-cut diamonds, suspending 2 drops, each c...
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Époque 2.40 Carat Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
The Beautiful Era Belle Époque is a very limited quantity of jewels that have survived till today. Rare in crafting for delicacy, yet-strong in Platinum mountings that provided opti...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
H 2.29 in W 1.58 in L 18.51 in
Edwardian Rare Australian Opal Drop Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
The Era of Refinement A sublime 1905 ca Edwardian era negligee necklace, rarest in beauty, holding the finest large, natural Australian Opals as rarely seen A special find for the O...
Diamond, Opal
Gorgeous Early Deco 1.15 Carat Diamond VVS Target Drop Negligee Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Expressing Your Signature Look Charming early 1900 negligee necklace have with them such an elegant effective look and special charisma, couldn't avoid getting in love with this one...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1920s Diamond Négligée Gold Platinum Pendant
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
French diamond négligée pendant; this style of pendant was traditionally a wedding pendant, with the two diamonds suspended from a diamond set knife blade, representing the bride and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Négligée Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful diamond négligée necklace from the later stages of the Art Deco movement.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Blue Sapphire Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian platinum necklace with blue sapphires and diamonds. The négligée necklace has 60 old European-cut blue sapphires with an approximate total weight of 40.00 carats, and 5 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sold
H 2.25 in W 1.1 in D 0.51 in L 21.25 in
Golden and White South Sea Pearl Drop Diamond White Gold Negligee Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful white gold diamond negligee necklace features a double cultured pearl drop.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Negligee necklace with diamonds, circa 1900s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Delicate necklace with diamonds of the negligee type made of 14-karat gold and platinum.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 An elegant antique negligee necklace is crafted in platinum over 14K gold.
Diamond
Edwardian Aquamarine Diamond Negligée Ribbon Bow Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
A 14K white gold Edwardian negligée necklace comprised of two aquamarine and diamond drops, suspended below a bead-set diamond ribbon bow.
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Art Deco Pear Cut Diamond Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Art Deco negligee diamond necklace. The necklace has been crafted in platinum and 18ct yellow gold with two knife edge bars that lead down to beautiful old pear cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco negligee necklace with diamonds and pearl.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Necklace set with a row of three diamonds in the upper part.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in platinum, punch dog's head. Called a negligee necklace, this delicate piece of antique jewellery consists of a fine platinum chain held at the front by an oval design ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
18K White Gold 0.82ct Diamond and Pearl Negligee Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This stunning 18K White Gold negligee necklace is simply unforgettable. This elegant accessory features a multi-layered chain measuring 19 long.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Garland Diamonds Platinum Negligee and Box Brooch Necklace
Located in London, GB
We call this kind of necklace a negligée: it comprises 2 parallels pendants suspended at different length.
Diamond, Platinum
Negligée necklace with diamonds and pearls, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful necklace with pearls and diamonds with a total weight of approx. 0.25 ct.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Golden negligée diamond necklace with little bow, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A "negligee" necklace is a type of chain on which there is an element from which two decorations hang, usually in the shape of drops, suspended at unequal lengths.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an elegant and lovely antique negligee drop necklace crafted in 14K gold. The piece features rose cut diamonds of different sizes.
Diamond, 14k Gold
2.46ct Estate Vintage Old European Diamond Negligee Pendant Necklace Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Estate Diamond Pendant in Platinum (stamped) Gemologic Appraised Old European Diamonds set into bezel and prong settings; estimated total weight is 2.46ct; G-H color and ...
Diamond, Platinum
Sold
W 1.38 in L 2.56 in
Edwardian Colombian Emerald and Diamond Lavaliere Negligee Necklace, circa 1910s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Belle Epoch Colombian Emerald and Diamond Lavaliere Necklace, ca. 1910s A very stunning and beautiful Lavaliere necklace from the 1910s featuring two old-mine Colombian emerald drop...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Platinum
Belle Époque Diamond Negligee Lavalier, 1900
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful diamond negligee lavalier from the Belle Époque period, ca. 1900. The top part is centred with an old cut diamond rhombus, weighing approximately 1.3 carats. It is surrou...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Tiffany & Co Gem Set Negligee Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Stunning Art Deco platinum, diamond, pearl and gem set negligee necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Négligée Pendant, 5.10 Carat
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond négligée pendant, designed as a graduated diamond set ribbon, suspending an old cut diamond set cluster at each end, twisted around the diamond set fine link cha...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Cameo Coral and Diamond Edwardian Style Negligee Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An antique design negligee necklace, so delicate and elegant in its beauty.
Coral, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Negligee Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant openwork 14K gold and silver pendant is set with a cushion-cut sapphire (7.35 x 6 x 4 mm, approximately 1.55 ct), a pink tourmaline (7.3 x 6.7 x 4.4 mm, approximately 1.35...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline
Conch Pearl, Diamond and Pearl 18 Karat Negligee Necklace海螺珠
Located in Banbury, GB
The centre of the chain has one larger cream pearl and from each side diamonds alternating in size fall to create the the two irregular length drops that Negligee necklaces are known...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Edwardian Australian Opal Drop Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
The Era of Refinement A sublime 1905 ca Edwardian era negligee necklace, rarest in beauty, holding the finest large, natural Australian Opals as rarely seen A special find for the Op...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Lebolt Art Nouveau Diamond Turquoise Pearl 14 Karat Gold Negligee Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a trapezoid turquoise cabochon, green-blue with visible matrix Two uneven chain drops with 3 natural pearls, cream to slightly silver body color with very good luster and s...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Garnet Pearl Platinum Pearl Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era negligee drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 900 platinum and 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pear Shaped Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sparkling, sensuous and sexy original Edwardian 'negligee' necklace. A pair of old mine-cut pear shape diamonds weighing about 1.65 carats each - 3.25 carats total - dazzle and dan...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sublime Edwardian era Negligee Pendant dating from the early 20th Century, circa 1910. It's very finely worked, in platinum throughout, and features a masterclass in openwork and m...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian circa 1905, Diamond Negligee Necklace by Court Jeweller Dahmen
Located in Berlin, Berlin
For dealers and collectors of antique jewellery alike, it is always a joyous occasion to find a piece that has been preserved in its original box. As antique jewels are rarely fully ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Negligee Necklace with Large Old Oval Cut Diamonds
Located in La Jolla, CA
Art Deco circa1925 Diamond and Sapphire Negligee Necklace w/Large Oval Diamonds in Platinum.
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Negligee Diamond Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
This transfixing and sensuous diamond necklace currently resides in its original fitted box from Regent Street, London; however, it is waiting and willing to grace the decolletage of...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This stylish Edwardian era 'negligee' necklace features two diamond drops, of differing lengths, hanging beneath a diamond-set halo.
White Diamond, Platinum
French "Negligee" Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Antique 18kt gold and silver negligee (quality mark: head of eagle) with rose cut diamonds, which total weight is estimated around 0,40ct. French work, patterns from early 20th Cen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1910s Diamonds Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Neglige diamonds platinum necklace decorated with 2 "Marguerite" set with diamonds brillant cut. Total diamonds weight estimated at approximately 5.5 cts. French work circa 1910.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Millegrain Negligee Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A stunning antique negligee necklace featuring three diamond drops. It's expertly crafted, the top modelled as a ribbon, with foliate detailing to the central drop, and finished in f...
White Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum
Rose diamond negligee (pendant) necklace
Located in New York, NY
Each European-cut center diamond measures 0.35 ct and is surrounded by rose diamonds... 2 ct diamonds in total. It is set in 18K gold on the back, with a platinum front and chain. Th...
Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Gold Negligee Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Negligee necklace made of 18kt gold and platinium.
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Diamond Aquamarine Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Typically Edwardian, with alternating Platinum and 18ct gold links. The principal aquamarine is surrounded by four diamond trefoils, hanging beneath, an aquamarine and diamond neglig...
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Edinburgh, GB
An Edwardian platinum fronted gold necklace set with blue sapphires and diamonds. Circa early 1900s. Total length approximately 25cm.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Sold
H 2.13 in W 1.3 in L 15.56 in
Edwardian 1.90 Carat Diamond Enamelling Finest Negligee Platinum Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Art Expressed Through the different eras necklaces have been symbols of status and wealth and an integral part of fashion This fine and very desirable lavaliere or negligee necklac...
Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
DREICER & Co. Antique Aquamarine Negligee Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
A truly exquisite Edwardian double aquamarine pendant, or negligee necklace, masterfully and delicately handcrafted in platinum around the turn-of-the-twentieth century.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Diamond 3.38 ct. and 3.18 ct. Art Deco Negligee Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sublime and scintellatingly sexy, this original Art Deco negligee necklace, circa 1930s, beams with a matched pair of GIA certified European-cut diamonds: 3.18 carat - I color VVS1 c...
Diamond, Platinum
Belle Epoque Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Negligee
Located in Napoli, IT
Edwardian Heirloom! Extremely elegant and distinctive, rare Edwardian negligee of the most beautiful design and crafting, boasting magnificent NATURAL salt sea Pearls and Diamonds i...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage Cultured Pearl and Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A modern cultured pearl and diamond necklace designed as a central open scrollwork panel, set throughout with 22 diamonds to include a principal round brilliant cut diamond measuring...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring A platinum ruby and diamond ring set with an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 2.63 carats Approximate Weights: Old Mine Cut Diamond: 2.63...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
Haute Couture Black Embroidered French Silk Net Fringed Shawl- 40", 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Despite being over a century old, this intricate mantilla is as colorful and perfect as the day it was made. Similar in complexity to a piano shawl but half the traditional size (and...
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Five Stone Opal Ring 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1880 Beautiful Hand Carved Ring Set with Five Fabulous Opals & Old Cut Diamonds Face of The Ring Measures Appr...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$19,731
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen beige angora wool and shearling coat, c. 1999-2001
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in London, GB
▪ Givenchy beige maxi coat ▪ Designed by Alexander McQueen ▪ Large shearling collar and cuffs ▪ Double breasted ▪ Center pleat to the back ▪ 65% Angora, 35% Wool ▪ 100% Acetate linin...
$38,102
Size: IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US4
Gucci by Tom Ford Red Sheepskin Floor-Length Double-Breasted Coat, fw 1996
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Gucci Runway Coat ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Fall-Winter 1996 ▪ Crafted from multiple panels of red-dyed sheepskin with a leather backing, this coat exudes luxurious ...
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 bag featured in neutral Nata. This beautiful colour is fast becoming a unicorn and a collectors treasure. A chic and stylish authentic H...
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow. Material: silk, lac...
Naeem Khan vintage lace sheer ivory floral embroidered train wedding dress gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE This is the most beautiful vintage wedding gown by Naeem Khan. The shade of ivory reminds me of the colour of antique lace you see from the Victorian or Edwardian ...
Certified South Sea Pearl 13.00 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive necklace in sophisticated design, so chic and refined style, a very impressive collection, perfect for glamorous ladies . Necklace come in 18K gold with a South Sea Pear...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$33,599Sale Price|25% Off
PANIM 30 Carat Diamond Briolette 18 Karat White Gold Tassel Earrings
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Each and every briolette diamond on these Tassel Diamond Earrings are meticulously drilled by our expert craftsmen. The result is an innovative piece of luxury jewelry that gives the...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat - Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Sheffield, GB
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat. Plush Brown & Gold Thick Faux fur Coat with Stole style exaggerated collar line and farrier hook closure,...
UNWORN Black Versace 2003 Bodycon Corset Zip Evening Cocktail Dress 40
By Versace
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous black VERSACE bodycon corset top dress From the famous FW 2003 collection Flattering skirt part The top is as a corset tight on the body Zip details with silver hardware, d...
Exceptional 1920's Czech Egyptian Revival Jeweled Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with faux lapis pate de verre mol...
A pair of Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring with an old-cut diamond top estimated to weigh 1/3 carat, suspending a row of five small old-cut diamonds, t...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
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.