Platinum 2.50ctw F VS Invisible Set Diamond Heart Pendant Snake Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Really Well Done with very nice large white clean diamonds! –Stone(s)– (15) Natural Genuine Diamond - Calibre Custom Cut - Invisible Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 2.50ctw (ap...
Diamond, Platinum
Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori Snake Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K White Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Tysons, VA
Bulgari Serpenti 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace An iconic creation from Bulgari’s Serpenti collection, this striking pendant necklace is crafted in 18K white gold and features vivid...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Serpent Snake Locket Necklace Diamond 14 Karat Gold Enamel Garnet Antique 1840
Located in New York, NY
The snake necklace dating to circa 1840. The serpent snake head and heart are set with four spectacular Rose Cut Diamonds of great beauty.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Black Jade Rubelite Diamond Gold Snake Statement Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Drop Necklace featuring a Black Carved Jade Snake Pendant suspending a Teardrop Rubelite, Micro-set Diamond bale; suspended on a 14k chain inter-spaced with round cut Dia...
Diamond, Jade, Rubelite, Black Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
4.77ctw Blue Topaz Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold 16" Snake Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Topaz - Carats - 4.65ct Cut - Round Brilliant Color - Light Blue Treatment - Routinely Enhanced - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.12ctw Cut - Rou...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Black Onyx 2.45ct. Snake Scale Necklace in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Check out the full collection on our storefront! Black Onyx & Diamond Snake Scale Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold Black Onyx: 2.455 carat, fancy cut.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Goldtone Serpent Snake Necklace with Faux Emerald & Diamond Paste
Located in New York, NY
This is a fabulous and dramatic statement fashion Serpent Snake Necklace of very high quality in gold tone metal with faux emerald and diamond paste stones.
Mixed Metal
Alex Jona White Diamond Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flexible Snake Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, stunning One-of-a-Kind 18 karat brushed yellow gold flexible coil snake necklace. With circular cut diamonds set on the head and t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold "The Snake" Pendant Necklace With 0.96ct Kite Shape Diamond
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A beautiful 18K gold pendant necklace featuring a unique 0.96ct kite-shaped diamond of K color and SI1 clarity. Its distinctive cut and elegant design make it a standout piece that b...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,142Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace with TCW 3.58 Turquoise & Diamond Accents
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14k Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace with TCW 3.58 Turquoise & Diamond Accents This necklace features a sleek, flexible snake chain that gracefully drapes along the neckline.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold 0.25ct Round Diamonds and 0.02ct Rubies in a Snake Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.25ct Round Brilliant Diamonds and 0.02ct Rubies in a Snake Necklace Style: Snake Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: Features 0.25 carats total o...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Levian 14 Karat Rose Gold Snake-Like Blue Topaz & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Levian Material: 14k rose gold Diamond: 17 Round Diamonds = 0.08ctw Color: chocolate & vanilla diamonds Blue Topaz: 1 cushion cut = 1.25cttw Length: 19” Weight: 2.1 gr...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
An Antique 18 Carat Gold old Snake Necklace with Emerald and Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An antique 18-carat yellow gold snake necklace, in the head a pear-shaped, faceted natural Colombian emerald in a slightly bluish green color (10.6 x 8.0 mm, NEL certificate: E 24202...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Solid Gold Flat Snake Necklace with Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage flat snake necklace made of 14 karat yellow solid gold.
Diamond, Gold
Tessitore Pavé Diamond Snake Tubogas Adjustable Coil Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Unveil a masterpiece of sophistication with this extraordinary Tessitore pavé diamond tubogas snake necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow and white gold, this unique desig...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.47ct Diamond chunky cross pendant necklace snake chain in 9ct yellow gold 5.3g
Located in London, GB
0.47ct Diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k yellow gold Snake Chain.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Snake Chain Necklace 18 1/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Diamond Cut Snake Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Length: 18 1/4" Width: 1/16" (1.1mm) Front Widt...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Japanese Akoya Pearl with Snake Diamond Slider and Clasp Opera Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The hand made 14 Karat gold clasps carries round diamonds of top quality. The necklace comes with a serpentine style snake full of brilliant round diamonds which can be added or re...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
LALAoUNIS Vintage Snake Torque Necklace 18K Rose Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond 1980s
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lisbon, PT
LALAoUNIS Vintage Snake Torque Necklace in 18K Rose Gold with Rubies, Emeralds, and Diamonds, Greece, 1980s/1990s.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 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
5.21 Carats Total Princess Cut Diamond Snake Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A timeless expression of elegance, this stunning necklace features a seamless snake chain design adorned with princess-cut diamonds, set in radiant 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10k White Gold 1ct TDW Diamond Snake Curved Pendant Necklace 'H-I, I1-I2'
Located in New York, NY
The total diamond weight of this necklace is 1 cttw.
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold
Wendy Brandes Onyx and 18K Yellow Gold Snake Pendant Necklace, Diamond Accent
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
This fierce statement necklace was handmade in New York City by our expert goldsmiths. The design was inspired by Mary Queen of Scots, cousin to Elizabeth I. Elizabeth's advisors ref...
White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Oval Cut Tourmaline and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold Snake Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely gorgeous tourmaline and diamond halo pendant necklace, gracefully suspended from a delicate white gold snake chain.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Rose Gold and Pavé Diamond Snake Collar Necklace
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A mesmerizing and instantly recognizable masterpiece from the legendary Italian luxury house, Bvlgari. Hailing from the iconic Serpenti Tubogas Collection, this collar necklace beaut...
Emerald Cut Citrine and Diamond Three Station Snake Chain Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely station necklace adds a rich, golden touch to your look! Beautiful emerald cut citrine stones with just a hint of diamond sparkle make this modern beauty a perfect additi...
Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crown of Light Round Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace with Snake Chain in 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, the necklace exudes warmth and richness, enhancing the allure of the diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Lady With A Snake Lava Quartz Cameo Necklace
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k Gold:0.48g, Diamond:6.59ct, Silver:29.76g, Emerald:16.1ct, Onyx-55.40ct
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver
2.5 Carat SI/H Diamond Snake Design Choker Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 14K gold diamond choker necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in soli...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2.5 Carat SI/H Diamond Snake Design Choker Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 18K gold diamond choker necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in soli...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Snake Necklace, 380g Flexible Sculptural Collar by Sal Praschnik
By Sal Praschnik
Located in North Miami, FL
A powerful expression of craftsmanship and design, this 18 karat gold snake necklace by Sal Praschnik is engineered as both sculpture and adornment.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Snake Necklace with 9 ct. Emeralds and Diamonds in 18 k Gold by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
It is the victory of the moment, of passion. The snake, the symbol of perfect seduction, was our inspiration for this incomparable necklace of 18k white gold and red gold, finished...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Damiani Infinito Snake Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Damiani
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Designer: Damiani Metal: 18k White Gold Total Weight: 11 Grams Pendant Diameter: 1.3" x 1.3" Necklace Length: 18" Necklace Closure Type: Lobster Cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond Crescent Enamel Snake with Pearl on Diamond Chain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Antique Diamond Crescent Necklace with Snake holding a pearl is on a diamond studded chain.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Cabochon Garnet and Diamond Snake Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating pendant taken from the Victorian era. At its heart lies a large cabochon garnet, exuding a deep, rich red hue. Surrounding this focal stone is an intricate...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Diamond 0.56cts Snake Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This elegant pendant is crafted in 18-carat gold and adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds. Th...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Magnificent Madeiria Topaz & Diamond Pendant on Snake Chain
Located in New York, NY
1940's - 2 piece Pendant set & embellished with 2 Diamond set disks. Can be worn as one drop or as a double drop. Suspended from a period 14kt Yellow Gold Snake Chain. Beautifu...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Snake Pendant, 0.37ctw
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite snake pendant only, with no chain included. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold. Adorned with 0.19ctw of vibrant emeralds and 0...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Gold and Turquoise Snake Necklace with Gem-set Head
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period gold, turquoise, diamond and ruby snake necklace in the form of an articulated ouroboros serpent with a turquoise studded body, diamond-set head, and caboc...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini Amber 0.21 Carats White Diamonds Burnished Silver Snake Pendant
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Rossella Ugolini Bold Oval Amber 0.21 Carats White Diamonds Burnished Sterling Silver Snake Pendant.
Amber, Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18KT Yellow Gold Double Snake Diamond Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The piece is adorned with 0.65CT total weight of old European cut diamonds, graded F-VS, and accented with vibrant rubies that bring the snakes' eyes to life.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K 585 Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Natural Tsavorite Snake Pendant
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Tsavorite Pendant Metal Type: 14K 585 Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 7.54 Grams 1) Natural Diamond Weight: 0.35 Carat Diamond Clarity Grade: VV...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Serpent Solitaire Pendant - 14k Marquise .70ct Snake
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Marquise Color: K Clarity: SI2 Total Carats: .70ct Style: Solitaire Theme: Serpent, Snake Fe...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Snake Choker/Bracelet with Emeralds and Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A captivating example of symbolic antique jewelry, this 14K gold snake choker/bracelet showcases dual serpent heads entwined in a striking loop motif. Each head is richly adorned wit...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Serpent Spinner Pendant 18k .12ctw Snake
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Mother of Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: .12c...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid Gold Large Blue Lapis Opal Snake Eating 1.75ctw Diamond Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Lapis - Large Custom Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 39.8x29.9mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 10k Gold & Silver Diamond Sapphire Flip Top Snake Slide Wrap Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Rose Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - Nice White Diamonds (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Old Cushion Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color -...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1890 Victorian Mother of Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Snake Pendant w/ Diamond + Ruby
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous mother of pearl snake pendant comes from the 1890 Victorian period and was made in 14k yellow gold. The 14k yellow gold snake is naturally coiled around the large mothe...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,097Sale Price|20% Off
Snake Picture Enamel Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.154g,D:0.03ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14k White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Slide Dual Drop Pendant w/ 18" Snake Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Trillion Cut - Channel & Prong Set - Bluish Violet Color - 4.1x4.4mm each (approx.) (17) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Chann...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
"Mr. Big Snake" Pendant with Diamond Eye in Solid 14K Textured Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes' big snake pendant, heavily modified from a mid-century costume jewelry brooch, is a nice bit of drama for your neckline -- ever poised to eat a passing squirrel -- whe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Intense Blue Pear Shape Sapphire & Diamond Pendant on 14k White Gold Snake Chain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A traditional design with a modern update. The .58ct round brilliant cut diamond set in a 4 prong 14k white gold head, sits atop a vivid, marine blue 2.15ct pear shaped sapphire. Th...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst, Brown Diamond and Ruby Snake Pendant set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 110.0 carats, Brown Diamond 3.87 carats and Ruby 0.03 carat Pendant set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.0 cm Length: 8.3 cm Total Weight: 39.10 gra...
Amethyst, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k TT Gold 0.30ct Round Bezel Diamond Solitaire Pendant on 16" Snake Bead Link
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - SI2 Clarity - I Color Total Carat Weight: 0.30 (exact) Material: Solid 14K White Gold w/ Yellow Gold Ac...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature Embrace Pendant & Snake Barrel Chain
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
It consists of 925 sterling silver, 14k gold plate, brilliant cut diamonds on our Signature Otto Lock on top. This lock opens and closes securely allowing for pendant to be worn on v...
Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
"I Heart Snakes II" Pendant with Green Diamonds in 18k Gold with Pyrite Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
It depicts two amorous snakes slithering together to form a heart while they chomp happily on bright green diamonds.
Diamond, Pyrite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Serpent Snake 18K Yellow Gold Gem Set Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and gem set pendant designed as a yellow gold snake or serpent entwined around itself with a gemset pendant bail. Gemstones including moonstone, turquoi...
Chrysoberyl, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Multi-g...
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.