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
18K White Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace, 0.67ctw, Modern
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 18-karat white gold Star of David necklace features 24 shimmering round diamonds, meticulously set to showcase a combined total weight of 0.67 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum .75ctw Round & Baguette Diamond Framed Open Star Pendant 18" Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 10 Round Brilliant & 10 Baguette Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.75ctw (exact) Material: Solid Platinum Weight...
Diamond, Platinum
0.75 Carat Jewish Star Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate heritage and elegance with this exquisite Jewish Star diamond pendant necklace, featuring approximately 0.75 carats of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Triple Star 2.40 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-owned 14K white gold graduating three star diamond necklace with 81 round faceted natural diamonds weighing approximately 2.40 carats total. Necklace chain is 24 inches long.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 0.60 Carat Total Diamond Star of David Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful religious necklace, featuring the Star of David accented by 0.60 carat total of round cut diamonds with F color and VS clarity. Finely made with 18K white gold. Suspended...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamond Star of David 14-Karat Pendant Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold Natural Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace Product: Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace Pendant Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: There are approximate...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Gemstone Star Charm Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a 14K Gold & 925 Sterling Silver Turquoise Star Pendant decorated with bright natural diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moon and Star Diamond Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This captivating 21st-century pendant showcases a celestial design with a crescent moon and three star motifs, each encrusted with round, white diamonds totaling 0.40 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crescent Star Emerald Turquoise Diamond Pearl 14K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The crescent star moon is hand set in 14K gold, 8.34 carats emerald, turquoise, blue sapphire and .65 carat of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collecti...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage Crescent Moon & Dangling Star Pavé Diamond Pendant Charm 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted in 18K white gold, this charming celestial pendant features a pavé-set crescent moon with a dangling five-point star, both sparkling with round diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Star Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold structure mounted with diamonds and rubies. The chain is included. Diamonds 0.14 ct Rubies 0.20 ct Total Weight 7.80 gr RF G ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Star Pave Diamond Engine Turned Fluted Medallion Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Star Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.10ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold - Jump Ring is Stam...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace .42 CTW 66 Round Diamonds
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace 0.42CTW 66 Round Diamonds With 16" - 18" Chain Elevate your collection with this 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold .30 CTW Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold .30 CTW diamond Star of David pendant necklace. The diamonds in the pendant are round, the pendant measures 17.3mm x 15mm, has a lobster clasp to open and close, pend...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold .21 CTW Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold .21 CTW diamond Star of David pendant necklace. The diamonds in the pendant are all round, the pendant measures to be 13.5mm x 12mm, has a lobster clasp to open and cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.15 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Designer Star Diamond Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Sweetly shimmering, this diamond pendant is a sparkling choice for day and night. The total diamond weight is 0.15 carat and studded with 10 round diamonds in flush setting, shines i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
LOUIS VUITTON Color Blossom M Star Multi-Motif Diamonds MOP Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Montreal, QC
LOUIS VUITTON Iconic Color Blossom M Star Multi-Motif Rose White Mother-of-Pearl (MOP) and Diamonds Gold Pendant Necklace.
Diamond
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace .44 CTW 66 Round Diamonds
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace (0.44) CTW 66 Round Diamonds With Chain Bold and meaningful, this 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace is a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maria Kotsoni Contemporary 18k Gold Three Pointed Star Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The Three pointed star, diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold hallmarked in Cyprus.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,500Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum 0.53ct Black Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman's platinum Star of David pendant necklace contains 0.53cts of black diamonds.
Black Diamond, Platinum
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
Chanel Comete Pave Diamond Star and 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
18k White Gold Diamond Comete Star Pendant Necklace by Chanel. With 14 Diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, F Color.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Genuine Diamond Moon Star Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold Minimalist
Located in Chicago, IL
Pendant Shape: Moon Total Carat Weight: 0.24 ctw & Under Country/Region of Manufacture: India Style: Charm, Locket, Pendant Base Metal: Yellow Gold Chain Type: Anchor/Mariner Certifi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k 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
$1,100 / item
Diamond Star Dainty Necklace
Located in Fatih, 34
Diamond Star Dainty Necklace This item is made by order, let us know your desired gold color and chain length Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Starburst Pendant Genuine Diamond Star Necklace Unisex Charm .
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Yellow Gold Starburst Pendant Genuine Diamond Star Necklace Unisex Charm Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Style Charm, Locket, Pendant Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification BI...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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...
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...
Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Star Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion star pendant in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure studded with topazs surrounded by diamonds.
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$493Sale Price / item|35% Off
14k Gold Diamond Star Charm Necklace Pave Diamond Star Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Star Charm Necklace is made of 14K solid gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Black, Starr & Frost Pavé Diamond Multi Star Open Circle Pendant Necklace 18K
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The pendant has a star motif featuring a large center star with approximately .42 carats total of black brilliant cut diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$560Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Diamond Star Charm Necklace Pave Diamond Star Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Star Charm Necklace is made of 18K solid gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,250Sale Price / item|30% Off
3D Star of David Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant - Luxury Jewish Jewelry Gifts
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Necklace with Fancy Yellow Diamonds by Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, ...
$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
"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.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1920s French Platinum Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace Star Y Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
At the bottom, a breathtaking snowflake or star adorned with dazzling diamonds, adds a unique and enchanting touch.
Diamond, Platinum
Alex Jona White Diamond Star 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold star pendant pavé set with 211 white diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity weighing 1.45 carats in total, suspending...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Fancy Deep Brown Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14k Star .54ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information: Natural Diamond Solitaire Carat: .30ct Cut: Star Color: Fancy Deep Brown Natural Diamond Accents Carats: .24ctw Cut: Single ...
Brown Diamond, White 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.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.47 Carat Diamond Star of David Pendant Necklace, 18K Rose Gold, Merkaba
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designed as a timeless symbol of faith, unity, and balance, this diamond Star of David pendant pairs spiritual meaning with modern high jewelry brilliance.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose 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
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
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...
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
0.80 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold "Star" Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Star-shape Pendant with natural micro-set diamonds mounted in 18k solid white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dainty Celestial Domed Star Pavé 0.30 Carat Diamond Pendant Charm 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted in 18K white gold, this charming celestial pendant features a sculpted five-point star, covered entirely in pavé-set round diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
0.80 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold "Star" Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Star-shape Pendant with natural micro-set diamonds mounted in 18k solid white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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
Huge Star of DAVID diamond pendant necklace 18KT gold 18" 0.88ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
What a stunning pice with natural baguette diamonds and round diamonds, so big and bold and modern! Made in 18KT yellow gold with amazing craftsmanship! Diamond are VS clarity and F ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian North Star Pendant Locket Blue Enamel 14k Rose Gold Diamond
Located in Torrance, CA
Small approx. 1mm rose cut diamonds are set into the star (estimated at L-M color and I2-3 clarity).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose 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.
Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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
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
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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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.