Natural Pave Diamond Designer Earrings In 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Designer Earrings In 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Earring Style Drop/Dangle Metal Sterling Silver Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Total Carat Weight 1.00 - 1.24 D...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Dangle Drop Earrings Pave Diamond 925 Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Dangle Drop Earrings Pave Diamond 925 Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Pave Diamond Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Dangle Drop Earring .
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Dangle Drop Earring .
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Pave Diamond Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings For Women
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Drop Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings For Women.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$9,100Sale Price|20% Off
Ippolita Glamazon 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By Ippolita
Located in Chicago, IL
These striking Ippolita Glamazon 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings embody sophisticated contemporary design, featuring approximately 0.15 carats of brilliant pavé diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pavé Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings with Detachable Yellow & White Diamond Dangles
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
You will love these dainty diamond hoop earrings! Set in polished white gold, the tiny huggie hoops are embellished on the front half with glittering natural diamonds, while a yellow...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Star Stud Earring Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Dangle Earring Mother Day Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Star Stud Earring Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Dangle Earring Mother Day Gift Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Diamond Weight 2.25 Cts Approx Metal Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Diamond Jewelry Christmas Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Diamond Jewelry Christmas Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Dangle Hoop Earring 925 Silver Diamond in 14k Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Dangle Hoop Earring 925 Silver Diamond Hoop 14k Gold Earring Gift.
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,716Sale Price|20% Off
Pave Diamond Dangle Earrings Made In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:2.2g,D:4.9ct,SI:11.06g RUBY:0.33ct,
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Long Dangle Earring Diamond Wedding Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Long Dangle Earring Diamond Wedding Jewelry.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,016Sale Price|20% Off
Pave Diamond Enamel Dangle Earrings In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.42g,D:5.15ct,SI:17.24g Enam:1.08g,
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Natural Pave Diamond Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Drop Earring For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Dangle Drop Earring For Women.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$18,390 / set
18K White Gold Diamond Pavé Dangling Leaf Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
These earrings turn diamonds into greenery. Dozens of jewels are faceted into round brilliant-cut diamonds for optimal brightness. They’re pavé set into groups of three or four on 18...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.30c Lever back Dangle Diamond Earrings Pave
Located in Sewickley, PA
These elegant drop earrings are crafted in yellow and white 14K gold and feature a sophisticated open-link design accented with shimmering pave-set diamonds. Each earring showcases t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Natural Pave Diamond Earring Drop & Dangle Earrings For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Yellow Gold Natural Pave Diamond Earring Drop & Dangle Earrings For Women.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tsavorite & Diamond Pavé Sphere Dangle Huggie Convertible Earrings in 18 Karat
Located in Tampa, FL
Why We Love Them Exceptional 14.60 carats of vivid green tsavorites Approximately 2.10 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds Fully pavé-set spherical tsavorite drops Diamond pavé h...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Diamond Slice and Pavé Multi-Colored Rhodium Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Featuring diamond slices with pavé diamond detailing, these 18k gold chandelier earrings with tinted multi-colored rhodium and clip-on post closures are the unique statement piece mi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Pave Diamond Heart Dangle Earrings 4 cts Gorgeous!
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Puffy Diamond Pave Heart Drop Earrings Total Length of Drop = 25 mm Width of Hearts = 18 mm Appx Total Diamond Weight = 4 cts Total Mass = 18.4 grams Earrings are in Excelle...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
SI/H Diamond Pave Triple Teardrop Dangle Earrings 10K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
SI/H Diamond Pave Triple Teardrop Dangle Earrings 10K White Gold features four concentric teardrop-shaped loops.
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$8,732Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Ice Pave Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14k:8.72gD:8.06ct
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz & Pave-set Diamond 18k White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorn yourself with these exquisite blue earrings made with 7.75 carats of dazzling round cut diamonds. The deep hue of blue topaz, weighing 9.70 carats, creating a captivating dynam...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Silver Designer Christmas Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Dangle Earring Silver Designer Christmas Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
RUCHI Oval Ruby and Pavé Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold. Ruby- 32.51ct Total Weight Diamond- 0.36ct Total Weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angel Wing Solid 14k Gold&925 Silver Dangle Earring Pave Diamond Fashion Earring
Located in Chicago, IL
Angel Wing Solid 14k Gold&925 Silver Dangle Earring Pave Diamond Fashion Earring Style Drop/Dangle Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Fastening Butterfly 925 Silver Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Disc Dangle Earring 925 Sterling Silver Antique Jewellery Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Disc Dangle Earring 925 Sterling Silver Antique Jewellery Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Arrow Stick Dangle Earring in 14k Gold Pave Diamond 925 Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Arrow Stick Earring 14k Gold Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Dangle Earring Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver
Natural Pave Diamond And Polki Dangle Earrings For Women 925 Sterling Silver.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond And Polki Dangle Earrings For Women 925 Sterling Silver.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sunflower Floral Motif Diamond Pave 14K Rose Gold Statement Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Discover the elegance of these floral drop earrings. Featuring intricate flower motifs, each earring is adorned with a central sparkling diamonds surrounded by delicate petals. The d...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,752Sale Price|20% Off
Pavé Diamond Bars Chain Dangle Earrings With Diamonds In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.151g,D:0.55ct, 65X10
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Diamond Crescent Moon And Star Dangle Earring Handmade Jewellery For Women
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Crescent Moon And Star Dangle Earring Handmade Jewellery For Women Total Carat Weight 0.50 - 0.74 Style Drop/Dangle Fastening Hook Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Main...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Halo Pave Clover Symbol 18k White Gold Statement Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Diamond Halo Pave Clover Symbol 18K White Gold Statement Drop Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds 2.50 ctw G/VS Quality
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Black & White Diamonds Pave Set 14K White Gold Chandelier Tassel Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Each earring features a teardrop design adorned with black diamonds, totaling 2.93 carats, set in a pave style.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pave Diamond Dangle Hoop Earring 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Gift For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Dangle Hoop Earring 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Gift For Women.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,522Sale Price|20% Off
Half Star Pave Diamond Dangle Earrings Made In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.658g,D:0.22ct,
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Multi-Link Dangle Drop Earrings
By David Yurman
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: David Yurman Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 2.50 inches Width: 1.50 mm Weight: 16.97 grams David Yurman one pair of ladies designer made 18K yellow g...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 6.33 Carats Total Round Diamond Pave Tear Drop Dangle Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant and lustrous pair of dangle earrings showcasing 6.33 carats of round brilliant diamonds, set in an elegant micro-pave tear drop design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver Shape Round Closure Hook Size 27x2mm Approx Main Stone Color White Metal Sterling Silver Secondary Stone Di...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Real Pave Diamond Spike Bar Dangle Hook Earrings Solid 925 Sterling Silver Shape Round Closure Hook Size 52x2mm Approx Main Stone Color White Metal Sterling Silver Secondary Stone Di...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Elegant Diamond Pave Leaf Leaves Shell Motif 14K Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A sophisticated pair of earrings, crafted with intricate openwork design. The earrings feature a delicate lattice pattern, accented with shimmering diamond paves. The elegant teardro...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Golden Globe Circle Spheres Diamond Pave 18k Gold Dangle Drop Chain Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Golden Globe Circle Spheres Diamond Pave 18K Gold Dangle Drop Chain Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.00 CTs Diamonds Important Information: Please note that this item will take 2-4 w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Golden Spiral Globe Circle Sphere Diamond Pave 18k Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Golden Spiral Globe Circle Sphere Diamond Pave 18K Gold Dangle Drop Earrings 18 Karat Rose Gold 1.00 CTs Diamonds Important Information: Please note that this item will take 2-4 wee...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Diamond Pave Halo Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Blue Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Diamond Pave Halo Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold 2.00 CT Diamonds Genuine Blue Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Slices Important Information: ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire & Pave 14K White Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
These exquisite earrings feature a spherical design with intricate detailing. The earrings are suspended from a sleek, polished hoop, allowing for subtle movement. Crafted with preci...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,340Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 5.75ct Pave Set Diamonds Dangle Wave Earrings 18k Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunnig two tone pave set diamond earrings. 5.75ct of round brilliant diamonds, approximately G/H color grade and VS2/SI1 clarity grade diamonds. 18-karat rose and yellow gold, 2.5in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Topaz Diamond Pave Fancy 14K White Gold Dangle Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Discover the elegance of these exquisite earrings. Featuring a delicate lattice design, these earrings are adorned with a captivating arrangement of blue and clear gemstones, creatin...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,830Sale Price / set|20% Off
0.67 Carat SI/H Diamond Pave Dangle Stud Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.67 Carat SI/H Diamond Pave Dangle Stud Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold features round cut diamond set on the bottom part of the curves set together making a dangling stud earrings.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Fire Opal with Pavé Diamond Yellow Gold Clip-On Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal- 37.31 Cts Diamonds- 0.98 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,304Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 4.46ct White And Black Pave Diamond Dangle Earring In 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our exquisite Timeless style 4.46ct White and Black brilliant Diamonds Dangle Earring in 18K Rose Gold. These earrings are a perfect blend of sophistication and edgy ele...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Two-Tone 24.57 Carat Pave White and Chocolate Diamond Dangling Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant pave round cut diamond earrings crafted in 18K two tone gold set with over 20 carats of diamonds. About 2 inches from top to bottom. For pierced ears. 2.25 inches long. Ab...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Teardrop Pave Dangle 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Teardrop Pave Dangle 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings feature brilliant natural diamonds set in 14K yellow gold, creating a striking yet refined design.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold Diamond Pave Dangle Drop Earrings 2.90ctw F-G/VS-SI Kite
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present these elegant 18k white gold diamond pave dangle drop earrings, designed with a striking elongated silhouette and exceptional brilliance throughout.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White and Yellow Gold 1.0 Carat Round Pave-Set Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This dream-like pair of drop dangle earrings exudes total luxury, drenched in the brilliance of 140 round white diamonds in glorious pave settings.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White and Yellow Gold 1.0 Carat Round Pave-Set Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This dream-like pair of drop dangle earrings exudes total luxury, drenched in the brilliance of 140 round white diamonds in glorious pave settings.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Dangle Palm Tree Earrings w 14k Gold Backs
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a fabulous pair of earrings. I love the fact that they are dangling from small seashells. I'm not sure how many carats of diamonds there are but they are bright and sp...
10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.20tcw 14K Natural Emerald Diamond Bar Dangle Earrings Prong Set Pave Gold 585
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our stunning emerald and diamond bar dangle earrings, boasting a total combined carat weight of 1.90 carats of natural emeralds.
Emerald, 14k Gold
14K Rose Gold Head Stunner Oval Danglers with Cascading Pavé Diamond Hoops
Located in Houston, TX
14K Rose Gold Head Stunner Oval Danglers — multi-hoop drop earrings featuring cascading pavé diamond ovals, designed with seven graceful layers that create captivating movement and c...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Pear Teardrop Shape Pave Hidden Halo Cluster Set 14K White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Enhance your elegance with these stunning earrings crafted in 14k white gold, featuring 1.32 carats of brilliant pear-cut diamonds. The pristine white diamonds, graded G in color, of...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural Emerald Gemstone H/Si White Diamond Dangle Earring
Located in Jaipur, IN
These 14k Yellow Gold Natural Zambian Emerald and Pave Diamond Dangle Earrings are a contemporary pair of statement fine jewelry earrings.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tear Drop Earrings In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tear Drop Earrings Product: Natural Diamond pave tear dangle drop earrings Material: 14k White Gold Diamonds: All natural diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, 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.
Earrings have a rich, diverse history, and while there are many types of this accessory to choose from, the dangle style is one of the most enduring designs. Today antique and vintage dangle earrings are timeless adornments that can make any outfit instantly more glamorous.
One of the oldest known pairs of dangle earrings was made of jade between 7,500 and 8,200 years ago in Inner Mongolia. Hoop earrings — of which there have been countless variations — are as old as Ancient Mesopotamia, and Ancient Egyptians wore dangle earrings that had sacred symbolism as part of their jewelry practices. In ancient Rome, dangle earrings with pearls and other precious materials were popular.
Dangle earrings vary in length, but they are all designed to cascade off the ears. Some dangle earrings barely fall past the bottom of the earlobe while others fall low enough to graze the shoulders or even fall past them. During the Renaissance period, women wore up-do hairstyles so they could show off their dangle earrings. Even noblemen joined the trend, donning a sole dangle earring adorned with a pearl.
Georgian women preferred heavy girandole earrings that featured candelabra-like arrangements of precious metal and stones. Dangle earrings in the 19th century were simpler, often featuring a single suspended gemstone in a drop-earring style. Going into the 20th century, screw-back earrings and clip-ons became popular, leading to more minimal stud designs. However, dangle earrings have always come back into fashion.
Whether they are made with diamonds, beads or feathers, dangle earrings are statement pieces reflecting the shifting styles over the years. Find the perfect antique and vintage dangle earrings for any occasion on 1stDibs.
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