Diamond Peace Pendant Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless charm and modern symbolism, this diamond ‘Peace’ sign pendant necklace captures a message of harmony and style.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
14k White Gold Diamond Peace Pendant Necklace, 0.16ctw, Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our exquisite Peace Necklace, crafted from luxurious 14k white gold and adorned with 0.16ctw of sparkling diamonds. This elegant piece features the word "peac...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gemistry 14K Yellow Gold 0.48 Ct Round Diamond Peace Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Light up the room by your look when you adorn this gorgeous pendant necklace. This “Peace” written necklace is a beautiful reminder of all the good things in this world.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Genuine Diamond Peace Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Peace Sign Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Peace Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Peace Sign Necklace Charm Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Peace Sign Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Peace Charm Pendant Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Peace Sign Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Peace Charm Pendant Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Peace Pendant Necklace, 0.87 Carats
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted in 14K yellow gold, this heart-shaped peace pendant is accented with shimmering pavé-set natural diamonds along its openwork design. Weighing 4.34 grams. It hangs...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Dancing Peace Sign Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and simple, this pewter diamond peace sign pendant spreads the message of peace in the world. This icy fiery sterling silver pendant is embellished with 18 dazzling prong set...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Black Silver "Alonso" Necklace & Diamond Ebony Peace Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: -- 1.75" length/width - 925 sterling silver - fine cut diamonds on 925 sterling silver otto lock that opens and closes securely allowing to wear ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
0.16ctw Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold 17.5" Box Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.16ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 2.2 Grams Stamps: 585 14k Ch...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. ‘Metro’ diamond peace sign pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
From the designer Tiffany & Co. comes this peace pendant from their ‘Metro’ collection. A total of 0.15 carat in diamonds are micro set across the peace sign design. All diamonds mat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Colombe de la Paix Dove Of Peace Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Colombe de la Paix Dove Of Peace Diamond Pendant Necklace by Cartier. This necklace comes with sales receipt for brooch and the paper from Cartier that the brooch has...
Diamond, White Gold
0.28 Carat Natural Diamond Peace Sign Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
0.28 Carat Natural Diamond Peace Sign Necklace 14K White Gold 18'' Chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace with 18'' chain 0.28 CTW G-H SI...
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold Pave Diamond Peace Sign Circle Slide Pendant Snake Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Numerous Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.75ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 9.74 Grams Ch...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Pendant- This lovely peace pendant features 37 round single cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold. Approximate total...
Diamond, White Gold
Round Honeycomb Peace Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K Yellow Gold Peace Sign Necklace with Honeycomb Detail, Matte Finish and 0.30 carat Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.80ct Bead Set Peace Charm Natural Diamond Necklace 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Loves & Sparkles. .80ct. Natural diamonds Peace necklace. Full cut and Brilliant G-color, Vs-2 clarity Pendant Measurements: 16mm diameter 16 inch necklace Total 3.8 grams ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified Lavender Jade & Diamond Peace Buckle Pendant. Lucky Jade!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This i...
Jade, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Sign Pendant #21922
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Make a bold yet meaningful statement with this sparkling peace sign pendant, beautifully crafted and set with 29 round single cut ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Flower-Green Jadeite Peace Pendant with Diamond 18K White Gold Bail
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This Flower-Green Jadeite Jade Peace Pendant captures the raw, untamed beauty of genuine Flower-Green jadeite — its form drawn from the traditional 無事牌 (wú shì pái), one of the most ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aligi Sassu Dove of Peace 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace 'La Colomba Della Pace'
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Ruby & Diamond Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.10 Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI2 Ruby Total Carat Weight: 0.02 Neckla...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$2,180Sale Price|20% Off
Ice Lavender Translucent Jadeite Donut Peace Disc Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This stunning pendant features a perfectly round disc of ice lavender jadeite, showcasing the stone's exceptional translucency and ethereal beauty. The jade displays a delicate laven...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14kt White Gold 1.03 Ct Diamond Peace Sign Symbol Pendant Fine Jewelry for Gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details Item Code :- PEMJ-1920 Material - 14K Solid White Gold Diamond Weight - 1.03 Carat Gross Weight - 2.58 Grams Some symbols transcend fashion entirely — they move through dec...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
$1,380Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Red Jadeite Jade Peace Pendant with Diamond Bail in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Discover the warm elegance of this Red Jadeite Jade Peace Pendant, also known as a "No-Event Pendant" (無事牌), crafted from genuine Red (紅翡) jadeite - prized for its translucent amber-...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Deep Green Jadeite Peace Pendant with Diamond Floral Vine in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Discover the captivating beauty of this exceptional Deep Green jadeite peace pendant, masterfully crafted to showcase the stone's rich emerald hues and distinctive character. Elegant...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Clear Water Jadeite Jade Peace Pendant with Diamond Flower Motif in 18K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Discover the enchanting beauty of this exquisite Clear Water (晴水) jadeite jade peace pendant, masterfully crafted to showcase the stone's exceptional translucency and serene pale gre...
Jade, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$980Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Pale Green Jadeite Donut Peace Disc Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This exquisite pendant features a perfectly round disc of pale green jadeite, showcasing the stone's natural beauty and serene translucency. The jade displays a delicate mint green h...
Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 0.28ctw Pave Diamond Open Peace Symbol Sign Pendant 14k 16"Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (41) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.28ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Pendant w/ 14k Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
$713Sale Price / item|24% Off
Diamond Blue Teal Turquoise Sky Dove Peace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Charm
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Diamond Sky Dove Peace Bird 18K Yellow Gold Medallion Charm Light Blue Teal Turquoise Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Charm Only Natural Light Blue Teal Turquoise Gemstone Medallion 0.05 cts...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoi...
0.65 Carat Natural Diamond Peace Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace with 18'' chain 0.40CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Prong style, 3 gram 1/2 inch in height, 1 inch in widt...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Signature Sterling Silver Peace Ebony Diamond Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: -- 1.75" length/width - 925 sterling silver - fine cut diamonds on 925 sterling silver otto lock that opens and closes securely allowing to wear ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Aquamarine Chalcedony 2 Strand Necklace & Ebony Peace Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Double Strand Beaded Necklace consists of: - 20 mm clear quartz beads - white thread - 14 mm aquamarine grade AAA+ beads - 12-14 mm chalcedony grade AAA+ beads - silver clipping at b...
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$900 / item
10k Yellow Gold The Peace Clover Lock Charm Necklace, Natural Diamonds(.12t.c.w)
Located in Toronto, ON
Lock and clover, a perfect match represents longevity, hope, and love. The Peace Clover Charm features twelve natural round brilliant cut white diamonds pave set in the clover bezel....
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Peace Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold with Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Model: Paloma Picasso Peace Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold with Diamonds Small Exterior Color: White Gold Item Number: 215480/41
Unavailable|$200
A Silver Peace pendant plated in 18k gold
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in New York City, NY
Here shown and priced is a Silver Peace pendant plated in Silver hanging from a black cord. At image 4 a silver plated in silver Horseshoe pendant is shown hanging from a black cord...
Multi-gemstone, Diamond, 9k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold, Sterli...
Sold|$450
Diamond Gold Peace Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic peace sign pendant featuring 0.20 carats of diamonds. Set in 14K yellow gold. Peace out! Chain Length: 18 inches Pendant Length: 5/8 inch Pendant Width: ½ inch
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$560
Love and Peace Diamond Necklace
By KC Designs
Located in Dallas, TX
14k White Gold 0.50ct Round Brilliant Diamond Heart surrounding a Peace symbol Pendant on a 16 inch, small box-style chain. Chain is stamped 14k and ITALY. The pendant is stamped 14k...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Make a meaningful statement with your choice of jewelry by adding the Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Necklace to your collection. This tastefully designed jewel feat...
Diamond, White Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tiger's Eye Diamond Peace Necklace & Ebony Mushroom Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- 1.65" length x width - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plated rim with loop on bottom backside, allowing to hang signature symbol tree bases, or other charms. - Signature Otto Lock ...
Diamond, Hematite, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterlin...
Clarissa Bronfman Tigers Eye Diamond Gold Peace Necklace & Ebony "Love" Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 8-12 mm smooth round honey tiger's eye beads AAA+ - 8mm smooth round hematite 14k gold plated beads - 37" length total - red threading - sterling sil...
Diamond, Hematite, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Si...
14k White Gold 0.80ctw Diamond Covered Peace Symbol Slide Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (80) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1-VS2 Clarity (Few are SI Clarity)- 0.80ctw (approx.) Material: 14k White Gold Weight: 5.78 ...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Rose Gold Diamond Metro Peace Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold diamond Peace pendant from the Metro collection by Tiffany & Co. The pendant features a diamond set Peace symbol, with 27 round brilliant cut diamonds totalling appr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
10 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Sign Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Sign Pendant- This sparkling peace sign pendant features 50 round single cut diamonds set in classic 10K white gold. Approximate total...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Jade and Diamond 'Peace Buckle' Pendant by Dilys'
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Jade is a stone that protects and nourishes the heart energy of its wearer in Chinese culture. Inspired by the harmonious and calming effects of this stone, Dilys strives to reignite...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
H and H Diamond Pave White Gold Peace Sign Pendant
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
The peace sign, a symbol that has grown to represent unity, collective good and hope, make this H and H original, handcrafted peace pendant yours. Fashioned out of 18 karat white gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
H&H Handmade 2.63 Carat Diamond Peace Sign Pendant made of 18 karat Rose Gold
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
H&H Handmade 2.63 Total Carat Diamond Peace Sign Pendant made of 18 karat Rose Gold This is a one of a kind piece.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Chalcedony Aquamarine Opal Ebony Diamond Peace Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Rosary necklace consists of: Rosary necklace consists of: - 37" length total - 14k gold plated gold fill chain - aquamarine beads - chalcedony beads - emerald diamond 925 sterling si...
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Opal, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
Clarissa Bronfman Signature Peace Ebony Diamond Pendant & Silver Bead Chain Neck
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: -- 1.75" length/width - 925 sterling silver - fine cut diamonds on 925 sterling silver otto lock that opens and closes securely allowing to wear ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace- This lovely peace sign pendant necklace features 43 round single cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Sold|$1,300
2000s Peace with Diamonds Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finely crafted in 18k white gold with diamonds weighing approximately total of 0.54 carat. Circa 2000
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Roberto Coin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Roberto Coin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Peace Sign Pendant Necklace- This sparkling peace sign pendant features 24 round brilliant cut diamonds suspended from a classic 18K...
Diamond, White Gold
White Gold Luck and Peace Two Symbol Charms Diamond Pendant Necklace
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat white gold necklace pendant with two charms Hand hamsa and peace sign charms Chain 18" long Thin cable chain necklace with spring lock: a lock that fastens with spring bolt...
14k Gold
Estate Peace Sign Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14k Rose and White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.11 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds in handmade 14k rose and white gold mountings. Length is 18".
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
2.20ct Diamond Peace Sign Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Modern peace sign diamond pendant. 146 round brilliant diamonds, 2.20 carats. Approximately H/I color and SI clarity. 18-karat yellow gold. Accommodated with an up to date appraisal ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Movado 18k White Gold Black & White Diamond Peace Sign Necklace
By Movado
Located in MIAMI, FL
Dangling to the side of the peace sign is one small heart pendant set with earth mined natural diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Peace Sign Necklace in Sterling Silver – 0.06ctw HI I1 Diamonds, 16"
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This stylish Diamond Peace Sign Necklace in Sterling Silver features 0.06 carat total weight (ctw) of natural HI color, I1 clarity round single cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Peace Sign Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Small pavé diamond peace sign pendant in 18k white gold. 37 round-cut diamonds weighing 0.14 total carats.
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Yellow Gold Metro Peace Charm Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in DALLAS, TX
Tiffany & Co 18ky Metro diamond peace charm pendant .7Dwt Marked ©T&Co 750 Italy
Diamond, 18k 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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
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.
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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.