GIA Certified 1.02ct Princess Diamond Cushion Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with an architectural split bail, accented with diamonds and designed with an open center window for a lighter look and smooth movement on the chain.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01ct Oval Diamond Solitaire White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 2.01 Color: H Clarity: SI2 Cut Pol Sym: NA EX EX DID: 7218-10 Pendant Necklace Details: Style...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.7ct Cushion Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond-set bail that continues the shimmer upward and helps the piece sit centered on the chain.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.7ct Cushion Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond-set bail that continues the shimmer upward and helps the piece sit centered on the chain.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Round Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A sleek pavé diamond bail connects the pendant to the chain and adds a polished, high end finishing detail.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Round Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A sleek pavé diamond bail connects the pendant to the chain and adds a polished, high end finishing detail.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Cut Carat: 2.01 Color: F Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7048-09 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Emerald Cut Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Cut Carat: 1.5 Color: I Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7374-04 Pendant Necklace Details: ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Malachite Heart Necklace, 14k Gold with Diamond Bail, 18"
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Malachite Heart Necklace Malachite and 14k Gold This is the sweetest necklace. 10mm malachite heart bezeled in thick 14k gold with a diamond bail (0.03 ctw) and a delicate 18” 14k ...
Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.14ct Round Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in White Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond accented elongated bail featuring a sleek open silhouette and an articulated connection, so the pendant sits straight and moves naturally with ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.11ct Round Diamond Split V Bezel Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finished in polished 18K yellow gold, the halo is set with matching round diamonds in G to H color and SI1 to SI2 clarity, delivering continuous brilliance from every angle and a tim...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Split V Bezel Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finished in polished 18K white gold, the halo is set with matching round diamonds in G to H color and SI1 to SI2 clarity, delivering continuous brilliance from every angle and a time...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Radiant Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 1.51 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7390-01 Pendant Necklace Details: Sty...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Round Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond accented elongated bail featuring a sleek open silhouette and an articulated connection, so the pendant sits straight and moves naturally with ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.83ct Round Diamond Petite Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail that continues the shimmer upward and keeps the pendant centered on the chain, making it a perfect choice for a simple diamond necklac...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Round Diamond Petite Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail that continues the shimmer upward and keeps the pendant centered on the chain, making it a perfect choice for a simple diamond necklac...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1ct Oval Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail and a polished connector ring that allows smooth movement on the chain and helps the pendant hang straight.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Round Diamond Bezel White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.5 Color: H Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 5577-05 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.8ct Oval Diamond Halo White Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail and a polished connector ring that allows smooth movement on the chain and helps the pendant hang straight.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail that continues the brilliance upward and helps the pendant sit straight on the chain, making it an ideal gold diamond pendant necklace...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond set bail that continues the brilliance upward and helps the pendant sit straight on the chain, making it an ideal gold diamond pendant necklace...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Princess Diamond Bezel White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.01 Color: J Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 6385-09 Pendant Necklace Details: St...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Princess Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.2 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7023-07 Pendant Necklace Details: Sty...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Round Diamond Petal Gallery Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.06 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7076-05 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Daisy Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.5 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7062-04 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.64ct Round Diamond Daisy Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.64 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 5795-39 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.8 Carat Radiant Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 1.8 Color: F Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7284-03 Pendant Necklace Details: Styl...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pear Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is completed with a tapered diamond pavé slide bail that sits cleanly on the chain and adds extra sparkle from the top.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.38 Carat Radiant Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 2.38 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7069-03 Pendant Necklace Details: Sty...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a compact fixed bail that sits close to the diamond, giving a modern low profile look that layers beautifully with other diamond necklaces.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Cushion Diamond Frane Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The halo is set in a neat shared prong design, and the pendant is finished with a smooth tapered bail with a subtle diamond accent for an elevated look from every angle.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Round Diamond Bezel White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.5 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7354-02 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.3 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.3 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7111-09 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.7 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7027-04 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a compact fixed bail that sits close to the diamond, giving a modern low profile look that layers beautifully with other diamond necklaces.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.6 Carat Oval Diamond Milgrain Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.6 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7401-01 Pendant Necklace Details: Style: ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Round Diamond Sunshine Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A polished tapered bail with a subtle diamond accent connects the pendant to the chain and adds a refined finishing detail.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Round Diamond Milgrain Halo Yellow Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An elongated pavé diamond bail creates a seamless line of brilliance from chain to pendant and helps the piece sit centered on the neckline.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Round Diamond Milgrain Halo White Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An elongated pavé diamond bail creates a seamless line of brilliance from chain to pendant and helps the piece sit centered on the neckline.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Cushion Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Cushion Cut Carat: 1.50 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7385-02 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Cushion Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Cushion Cut Carat: 2.01 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 5434-09 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.4 Carat Oval Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.4 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7466-04 Pendant Necklace Details: Style:...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Round Diamond Sunshine Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A polished tapered bail with a subtle diamond accent connects the pendant to the chain and adds a refined finishing detail.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Radiant Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Cut Carat: 1.2 Color: F Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7285-03 Pendant Necklace Details: ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.5 Carat Radiant Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Cut Carat: 2.5 Color: F Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7002-02 Pendant Necklace Details: ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.32 Carat Oval Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.32 Color: J Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7493-03 Pendant Necklace Details: Style:...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.74 Carat Princess Diamond Milgrain Halo White Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Cut Carat: 1.74 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 6336-08 Pendant Necklace Details...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Milgrain Halo Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Cut Carat: 1.71 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 5990-06 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.74ct Heart Diamond Halo White White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond pavé tapered bail for extra brilliance from every angle, making it a timeless heart halo diamond pendant necklace that wears beautifully as eve...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.02ct Heart Diamond Halo Yellow Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finished with a diamond pavé tapered bail for extra brilliance from every angle, making it a timeless heart halo diamond pendant necklace that wears beautifully as eve...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Heart Diamond Sunshine Halo Yellow Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A polished tapered bail connects smoothly to the chain, keeping the pendant balanced and easy to wear as an everyday diamond necklace or a meaningful heart diamond pendant gift.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1 Carat Heart Diamond Sunshine Halo White Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A polished tapered bail connects smoothly to the chain, keeping the pendant balanced and easy to wear as an everyday diamond necklace or a meaningful heart diamond pendant gift.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.71ct Round Diamond Clover Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.71 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7189-02 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.73ct Round Diamond Clover Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.73 Color: H Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7116-01 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Heart Diamond Cupid Frame Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Heart Carat: 2.01 Color: G Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: BVSMUE040 Pendant Necklace Details: Sty...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Classic Halo Pendant Necklace in White Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The halo diamonds and the diamond set bail are matched in the G to H color range with SI1 to SI2 clarity, delivering a clean, consistent shimmer from the chain down to the pendant.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Classic Halo Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The halo diamonds and the diamond set bail are matched in the G to H color range with SI1 to SI2 clarity, delivering a clean, consistent shimmer from the chain down to the pendant.
Diamond, 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.
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.