$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 0.30 Carat Bezel Set Diamond 14-Karat Station Necklace In Stock
By Raymond Lee Jewelers
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold Natural 0.30 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Station Necklace This is a classic 10 diamond station necklace.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Set Station Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Set Diamond Station Necklace Product: Natural diamond station necklace Material: 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Fancy Mixed Shape Diamond Station Long Necklace 42"
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant platinum diamond station necklace features a sophisticated mix of fancy-shaped diamonds—meticulously set along a delicate chain to create a modern, multidimensional play...
Diamond, Platinum
Modern Italian 1.05tcw Diamond Bezel Station Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant and timeless, this Italian-made 14K yellow gold diamond station necklace features seven bezel-set round brilliant diamonds, each approximately 0.15 carats for a total of abou...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 0.79 Carat Diamond Station Dangle Necklace 16-18 inches
Located in Great neck, NY
A beautiful and classic 14k Gold and Diamond Station Necklace featuring 7 drops of a bed of diamonds in a teardrop shape approximately 0.79ct of round sparkling Diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
26.45ct natural vivid pink sapphires Ruby diamond yard station necklace 14kt 26*
Located in New York, NY
Natural pink sapphire Ruby fancy color diamonds station necklace. Handmade throughout. 17.75 carat natural oval vivid pink sapphires Ranging 6.5 to 5.5 mm average Oval cut, clea...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Station Cable Necklace #24431
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Station Necklace- This spectacular 18K yellow gold link necklace features five stations each with a round brilliant cut diamond on each side for a t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Diamonds Dangling Circle Within Circle by Yard Necklace 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Circle within Circle. 1.00ct. round diamonds circle & Diamonds station necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Coomi 20K Antique Coin Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Hand made Coomi antique pendant set in 20K yellow gold with indo-Greek center coin and 0.05cts rose cut diamond accents on paisley-shaped bale. Comes complete with 24 inch 20K yellow...
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Bronze
18K White Gold Natural Sapphire Cushion Cut & Diamond Station Chain Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K White Gold Sapphire Cushion Cut & Diamond Drop Diamonds Station Necklace Product: 18K White Gold Necklace With 2 Bezel Set Sapphire in a Diamond Station Chain.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Faye Kim 18k White Gold Princess Cut Diamond Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
When you want just a bit of sparkle and pop, Faye Kim's Princess-cut diamond station necklace is the perfect solution.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
43ct Natural Spinel Yard Diamond Necklace 14kt Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Natural red Spinel diamonds station necklace. Handmade throughout. 43 carat natural Spinel.
Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman Crossover 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Station Long Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: David Yurman Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 64.00 inches Width: 11.25 mm Weight: 30.16 grams DAVID YURMAN Ladies designer made 18K yellow gold single...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18k Gold Princess-Cut Diamond Necklace, USA, .11ct
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
When you want just a bit of sparkle and pop, Faye Kim's Princess-cut diamond station necklace is the perfect solution.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.50ctw Diamond Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Noble Radiance Diamond Station Necklace is a sophisticated piece crafted in 14K Yellow Gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
16 Carat Natural Ruby Sapphire Yard Necklace 14 Karat Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Natural red Ruby diamonds station necklace. Handmade throughout. 5 carat natural round rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,400 / item
Yellow Diamond Bezel Station Necklace
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of sunshine to your jewelry collection with this exquisite yellow diamond station necklace. Featuring ten round fancy yellow stones with a total weight of 0.53 carats, ea...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
18ct Natural Ruby Sapphire Yard Necklace 14kt Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Natural red Ruby diamonds station necklace. Handmade throughout. 6 carat natural round rubies.
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Sapphire Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Station Chain
Located in New York, NY
Round Sapphire Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Station Chain Sapphire Weight: 0.61 Carats Diamond Weight (Cluster): 0.52 Carats Diamond Weight (Stations): 0.10 Car...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.27ct Fancy & 0.18ct Full-Cut Diamond Station 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Six Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Station Necklace is a sophisticated blend of classic design and contemporary flair.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Heart Motif Circle Station Necklace with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous diamond station necklace is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Approx 38.80ctw Baguette and Round Station Diamond Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Approx 38.80ctw Baguette and Round Station Diamond Necklace Style: 14k Yellow Gold Baguette and Round Station Diamond Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Deta...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
PRICE TO SELL- NO OFFER, 20.30 ct Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace 14K White 22''
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
EXCEPTIONAL Value: Introducing Our Latest Collection of Exquisite Natural Diamond Station Necklaces. Boasting 20.30 cts, averaging G-H,SI1 clarity, on a 20-inch chain. 28.04 grams of...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bezel Set Diamond Station Cable Link Necklace in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We absolutely love the versatility of this chic and modern two-toned diamond station necklace. Designed to elevate any ensemble that it's paired with, this stunning piece showcases i...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Natural 6.98 Carat Blue Irradiated & White Diamond Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K White Gold Natural 6.98 Carat Blue Irradiated & White Diamond Necklace Product: Diamond Station Necklace in a Bezel Setting Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: There are...
White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Effy 14K White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond 16.5-18.5in Station Necklace
By Effy
Located in Towson, MD
Effy 14 karat white gold tanzanite and diamond station necklace pairs eleven round brilliant tanzanites with twelve round brilliant diamonds, set in alternating bezel stations along ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond studded Mini Dog Tag Pendant
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Pictured on 18k White Gold Diamond Station Necklace, sold separately. Please inquire about additional pieces shown in the listing.
Diamond, Platinum
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold, 7.50 Carats Diamonds
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Metal: 18K White Gold - Diamonds: 510 brilliant-cut diamonds, approx. 7.50 carats total - Pearls: 16 Tahitian pearls - Year: 2011 - Condition: Excellent tahitian pearl necklace,...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
GIA 18k Yellow Gold Sri Lankan Oval Sapphire & Diamond Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Sri Lankan Oval Sapphire & Diamond Necklace Style: Sapphire & Diamond Station Necklace Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: Seven oval Sri Lankan sapphires ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,599Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.49 Carat Natural Diamond Pendant Station Necklace in 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elevate your everyday luxury with this elegant natural diamond station necklace crafted in 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$4,196Sale Price|35% Off
18.25" Natural Black and Grey Diamond(40.00ct) Rosary Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A sleek interplay of contrast and brilliance defines this black and grey diamond station necklace. The design features alternating sets of four black diamond oval beads and three gre...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gurhan 24K Gold Vertigo Textured Link Necklace with Diamond
By Gurhan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Ideal for collectors seeking diamond station necklaces, 24K gold jewelry, and handcrafted designer pieces, this necklace embodies a balance of brilliance, texture, and refined luxury.
Diamond, 24k Gold
Fope Novecento Mesh Chain Necklace with Diamond Slider Pendants Tri Tone 18K
By Fope
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brighten up your neck with this gorgeous glittering pave diamond station necklace by FOPE. Featuring 100 shimmering diamonds and a multi-tone gold setting, the flexible mesh design o...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Clover Natural Emerald Cluster & Diamond Station Chain Necklace, 14 KYG, 17 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Clover Emerald & Diamond Station Necklace • Five Charm Emerald Gold Necklace • Dainty Clover Leaf Station Necklace • Vintage Station Necklace for Women 14 Karat Yellow gold 17 gm B...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Long Chain Necklace with 1.00ct Diamonds & Pearls
Located in Great Neck, NY
A beautifully made and highly wearable long diamond station necklace, ideal for collectors of fine handmade Italian-style jewelry and lovers of sophisticated minimalist design.
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$3,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
Two-Tone 14K Diamond Station Choker Necklace
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
1.08 cts diamonds G-H Si 14k yellow and white gold This item has been appraised and inspected by a certified Gemologist. All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Five Station Necklace 0.88 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and refined, this 14K yellow gold station necklace features five delicate diamond clusters totaling 0.88 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Necklace Compass Rose Mother of Pearl Double-Sided
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: Solid 18K Rose Gold Diamond Weight: Approx. 1.50 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Diamond Color: E Diamond Clarity: VS Gemstone: Double-Sided Mother of Pearl Motifs: Compas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 1.68 Carat Diamond Beaded Drop Station Necklace
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Modern 14K yellow gold station necklace featuring 140 round brilliant diamonds totaling 1.68 carats with sparkling pavé diamond drops on a polished gold bead chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1ct Oval Diamond Station Yellow Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this refined diamond station pendant necklace showcases a GIA certified natural 1 carat oval diamond, grade...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.53ct Oval Diamond Station White White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this refined diamond station pendant necklace showcases a GIA certified natural 2.53 carat oval diamond, gr...
Diamond, White Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Slice Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace 16 inches Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Slice Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace 16 inches Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- NEMJ-761 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Net Weight - 2.13 Grams Diamond Weight ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Evil Eye Station Necklace
Located in Webster, NY
Diamond & Enamel "Evil Eye" halo necklace with diamond stations.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,211 / item
0.50ct Round Diamond Bezel Station 14K Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring eight stunning round-cut diamonds, each securely set in a sleek bezel, this necklace offers effortless beauty in 14K gold. Available in yellow, rose, or white gold, it's pe...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Fiore Five Station Diamond Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
From the master Jewelers of Pampillonia, our Fiore five station diamond necklace. The Fiore motif is taken directly from the original Van Cleef & Arples models.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$36,448 / item
4.83ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Lattice Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant 14K gold station necklace in yellow gold is adorned with natural diamonds and fancy diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Luxe Revival 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Luxe Revival 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace is an exquisite piece crafted in 14K Yellow Gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.22ctw Diamond Star 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace contemporary elegance with the Diamond Star 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace, beautifully crafted in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$5,521 / item
Diamond Bezel Bar Station 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dream Diamond Bezel 14K Yellow Gold Bar Station Necklace is crafted in 14K Yellow Gold and features natural diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.55ct Diamond Couture 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with the Couture Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace, an exquisite piece crafted in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro Natural Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Retro Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace is a stunning blend of vintage charm and modern elegance.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$11,417 / item
1ct Natural Diamond Station 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted from 14K yellow gold, this necklace showcases the beauty of 22 full-cut natural diamonds totaling 1.00 carat. Weighing 14.28 grams, it embodies elegance and sophistication, m...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.81ct Diamond Bezel Sunburst 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Bezel Sunburst 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace is a captivating blend of elegance and bold design.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.95ct Round & Baguette Diamond 14K White Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Gleam Diamond 14K White Gold Station Necklace is crafted in 14K White Gold.
14k Gold, White Gold
0.86ct Full-Cut Diamond Urban Station 14K Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Urban Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace is a sleek and modern take on classic elegance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.71ct Diamond & Black Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Celebrate timeless beauty with the Black Enamel Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace, crafted in luxurious 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1.01ct Diamond Multi Sapphire & Emerald 14K Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This luxurious station necklace is crafted in 14K gold with options for yellow, rose, or white gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.12ct Turquoise & 0.15ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiate elegance with the Turquoise Shine Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace, expertly crafted in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
7.90ctw Fancy Diamond Heart 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Heart Shape 14K Yellow Gold Station Necklace features a series of stunning heart-shaped gemstones set in 14K Gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
New 14k Gold 1.14ctw Bezel Station Princess Diamond Station Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous diamond by the yard necklace is newly crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features cable link chain with 8 bezel settings that carry the stunning diamonds along the ne...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.