Remembrance Malachite and Diamond 4 Star Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Remembrance Gold and Diamond Star Charm Pendant Mini
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Remembrance White Agate and Diamond Star Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Diamond Star Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 0.45 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 2.4 cm Total Weight: 2.91 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it wa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Gold & Platinum Star Pave Diamond Grooved Basket Weave Swivel Locket
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Star Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.14ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Gold w/ Platinum & Glass Picture Cover We...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic North Star Enamel Pendant with Diamond
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black enamel details Diamond 0.01 carat approx. Chain sold separately Crafted from opulent 18 karat yellow gold and detailed with a black enamel fin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Syna Yellow Gold North Star Multi Sapphire Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18k yellow gold Multi Sapphires 0.35 carat approx. Emerald 0.04 carat approx. Diamonds 0.15 carat approx. Chain sold separately Fashioned from 18kt yellow gold, this pe...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold Diamond Star Brooch/Pendant, Circa 1910-1925
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Edwardian Diamond Star Brooch / Pendant Details • Period: Edwardian / Early Art Deco, circa 1910–1925 • Diamonds: Old European / transitional cuts, approx. 3.4–3.6 carats total (E...
Diamond, 15k Gold
Custom Made Star of David Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Star of David Pendant Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: New Gender: Unisex Stone Shape: Round Diamonds: 0.35ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Dimension: Length: 22m Width: 1...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Edwardian Diamond & Seed Pearl Crescent Star Brooch/Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 Embrace the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold star brooch/pendant. This fabulous five-pointed star...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Natural Diamond Star Charm Solid 14k Yellow Gold Starburst Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Eight Rays of Natural Light — Diamond Pavé Eight-Point Starburst Pendant in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-954 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weight - 0...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Solid Rosy Gold Star Pave Diamond Large Rectangular Heavy Locket
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Blue Stones - Old Mine Cushion Cut - Pave Set - Blue Color - 2.8mm each (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamo...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman North Star Black Diamond Charm, Sterling Silver, Length 1 in
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: black diamond Length: 1 in. Width: 5/8 in. Weight: 2.7 dwts. / 4.2 grams Stamps: "D Yurman 925" SKU: P2159 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vintage item and may ...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Silver Gold And Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 19th century Provenance: Italy Size: 51 x 36 mm Weight: 11,9 gr The late 19th century pendant is distinguished by its peculiar six-rayed star shape made of gold and si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Silver
Star of David Baguette & Brilliant Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Open Work Pendant
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
Finely crafted in 18 carat white gold, this elegant Star of David pendant showcases a clean, geometric open work design, beautifully enhanced by baguette and round brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Starburst Pendant 14k Solid Gold Star Charm Pendant Birthday Gift Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Starburst Pendant 14k Solid Gold Star Charm Pendant Birthday Gift Charm Base Metal Yellow Gold, 14k Metal Yellow Gold Size 10x10mm Approx Main Stone Diamond Total Carat Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Diamond & Seed Pearl Crescent Star Brooch / Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately Embrace the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold star brooch/pendant...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Streamline Star of David Pendant Sterling Silver with Black Diamonds, 22.6mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman Streamline Collection for Men Material Sterling Silver Metal Purity 925 Pave-Set black diamonds 1.12 total carat weight Pendant 22.6 X 22.6mm Pendant Weight 6.8gr C...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Diamond Starburst Pendant 14k Solid Gold Star Charm Pendant Birthday Gift Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Starburst Pendant 14k Solid Gold Star Charm Pendant Birthday Gift Charm Base Metal Yellow Gold, 14k Metal Yellow Gold Size 10x10mm Approx Main Stone Diamond Total Carat Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Star Blue Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Antique, C. 1890
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Eight pointed star on the top of royal blue enamel has one .70ct oval cut Old Mine diamond and 12 rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Star Charm Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Malachite Gemstone Gift Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a 14K Gold & 925 Sterling Silver Malachite Star Pendant decorated with bright natural diamonds. It showcases an artisan-carved, dimensional natural green malachite gemst...
Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold .78ct Diamond Open Star Crown Dangle Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have unique and absolutely elegant antique pendant necklace crafted from solid 14k gold during the Victorian era, and features an open work crown and star design set with gor...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Natural Round & Baguette Diamond 14KT Gold Designer Star Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring the dazzle to your attire with this diamond star pendant. This star pendant is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features 31 brilliant cut and baguette diamonds set in prong...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2.81 Carat Diamond and Silver Set Star Brooch/Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.81 carat diamond and silver star brooch/pendant with 9 karat yellow gold fittings; part of our diverse antique Victorian diamond j...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
14k Multi Color Sapphire Star of David Natural Gemstones Ruby Diamonds Tsavorite
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Star of David Pendant Brilliant Natural colors ! 14k Solid Yellow Gold Approx 2.2 grams (without a chain) Multi color Brilliant gemstones - all natural stones stone sizes are approx ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Handmade Pave Diamond Star Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Handmade Pave Diamond Star Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1924 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Net Weight - 5.69 Grams Diamond Weight ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Remembrance Malachite & Diamond 4 Star with Diamonds Along Spikes Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
5.75 Carat Natural Gem Ruby Diamond 3D Star Burst Pearl Pendant and Omega*
Located in New York, NY
Star Burst 3d Pendant and necklace 9.50mm Cultured Pearl Excellent luster No pits nicks or dents. 3.00ct.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 13k Yellow Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Star of David Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This meaningful antique pendant showcases a beautifully crafted Star of David design in 13k yellow gold, centered with a sparkling old mine-cut diamond set within a white gold frame....
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Custom Made 14K Yellow Gold Star of David Pendant with 1.20ct Diamond
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Star of David Pendant Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: New Weight: 22.9 gr Diamond: 1.20 ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: G Pendant Dimension: Length: 32.7mm Total Length: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl & Blue Enamel Star Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, enamel, and yellow gold locket, comprising one old mine cut diamond, six half seed pearls, twelve rose cut diamonds, and blue enamel, in 14 karat yellow g...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Natural Diamond Starburst Charm Solid 14k Rose Gold Star Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Diamond Starburst Charm Solid 14k Rose Gold Star Pendant Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-954 Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Diamond Weight - 0.37 Carat Gross Weight...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian North Star Pendant Locket Blue Enamel 14k Rose Gold Diamond
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Victorian pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat rose gold. Small approx. 1mm rose cut diamonds are set into the star (estimated at L-M color and I2-3 c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Enamel Star Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Pendant 9 Karat Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Stars were among the most popular jewelry motifs in the 1860’s, when this necklace hails from. Everything about this pendant is classically Victorian, from the star to the enamel, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cherub Angel Diamond-Cut Details 12.5mm Square 14K Yellow Gold Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Metal Quality: 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Charm Shape: Square Measurements: 12.5 mm X 12.5 mm Total Gram Weight: 1.3 g
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.80 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold "Star" Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
"Star" design Pendant adorned by roughly ~0.80 Carats of Princess-Cut and Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds and set in 18K White Gold. Star-shape Pendant with natural micro-set diamonds m...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
15ct Gold, Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Locket Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1870 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Introducing a stunning Victorian locket pendant crafted from 15ct yellow gold, beautifully adorn...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
0.80 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold "Star" Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
"Star" design Pendant adorned by roughly ~0.80 Carats of Princess-Cut and Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds and set in 18K White Gold. Star-shape Pendant with natural micro-set diamonds m...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$952Sale Price|72% Off
Vintage natural Emerald rose cut Diamonds Sterling Silver star burst Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This Stunner Pendant defines class. It completes your everyday look and will also attract special attention on special occasions. This piece of beauty comprises of Certified Natural ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic North Star Lapis Enamel Pendant with Diamond
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Lapis enamel details Diamond 0.01 carat approx. Chain sold separately Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this stunning pendant features luscious lap...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
"Christ" Diamonds and Blue Topaz Star Shape Pendant 18kt White Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Christ" Diamonds and Blue Topaz Star Shape Pendant in 18kt White Gold is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines exquisite craftsmanship with elegant design. The pendant featu...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cross in 14Kt Yellow Gold with Diamond Vintage Star Setting and Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Cross in 14Kt Yellow Gold with Diamond Vintage Star Setting and Chain. The diamond is a brillant cut in the centre 0.020ct. A modern cross with a vintage sense, as the diamond has...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
White Stone, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold, Star-Shaped Retro Pendant
Located in Marcianise, CE
This pedant features a star-shaped white stone set into a 14k white gold structure with decorations of diamonds. The origin of this pendant dates back to the 1970s, it was totally ha...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Remembrance Gold and Diamond 4 Star Charm Pendant Mini
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Remembrance Gold and Diamond 4 Star Charm Pendant Mega
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Remembrance Blue Chalcedony and Diamond 4 Star Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Remembrance White Agate and Diamond 4 Star Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A collection of familiar and playful motifs, the Remembrance collection takes us back to our beginnings. The collection is comprised of solid 14k gold pieces and hand carved gemstone...
Star of Bethlehem Pendant With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.432g,D:0.18ct, Emer:0.47ct, 42X18 MM
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Amethyst emerald cut with Diamonds pendant. Diamond cluster star and 16in
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1990s Materials: Stone Gemstone: Amethyst Style: Minimalist Pendant width: 12 Millimeters; Pendant height: 19 Millimeters; Necklace length: 16 Inches 3.1grams tota...
Lucky Star Shagreen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and charm pendant designed as a circle of green shagreen set to the centre with a pearl and diamond lucky star within a laurel wreath border to indicate...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Stellated Diamond Gold Flatback Necklace
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This one of a kind stellated star diamond necklace was created using astrological algorithms and inspired by the cosmos.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$6,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Star Pendant 18k Solid Rose Gold, Pendant Gift For Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Star Pendant in 18K Gold with diamond studded in star shape gold.. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Star Pendant Hallmarked London 1974
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Star Pendant 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1974 This exquisite vintage 9ct yellow gold pendant showcases an enchanting double 8-pointed star design, radiating timeless...
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Star Charm Mother Of Pearl Gems Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a 14K Gold & 925 Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Star Pendant decorated with bright natural diamonds. It showcases an artisan-carved, dimensional mother of pearl gemston...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Celestial Star Pendant With Emerald & Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:4.862g,D:0.49ct, Emer:0.71ct,Mop:5.40ct, 35X27 MM
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Disc Pendant Natural Diamond Moon Star Enamel Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Disc Pendant Natural Diamond Moon Star Enamel Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1615-14k Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weight - 0.71 Carat Gr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Gold & Silver 3.18ctw Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant & Hair Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and rosy toned gold gold pendant and hair pin, comprising one large old mine cut diamond, twenty-seven smaller old mine cut diamonds, and eighteen rose c...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
14K Solid Gold Star Shape Lobster Clasps Natural Diamond Clasps For Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Star Shape Lobster Clasps Natural Diamond Clasps For Jewelry. Color Gold Material Gold Gross Weight: 1.12 Grams Approx. Size: 15x15 mm Approx. Diamond Weight: 0.38...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ebony Sun Star Pendant on 2 Strand Aquamarine Beaded Necklace
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...
Agate, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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.