Round Diamond Earrings 14K Gold Cluster Studs 1.16 ctw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Round Diamond Earrings 14K Gold Cluster Studs 1.16 ctw This pair of diamond cluster studs is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Earrings Cluster Studs by Odelia 14K Gold 1.10 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Earrings Cluster Studs by Odelia 14K Gold 1.10 TDW These beautiful estate solid 14K Yellow gold earrings (stamped) can be worn anytime, anywhere, and will make the most luxu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Earrings Studs 14K Gold Cluster 4.00cts TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Earrings Studs 14K Gold Cluster 4.00cts TDW This pair of diamond cluster studs is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold. There are seven natural round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold Vintage 1.20 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold Vintage 1.20 TDW These beautiful vintage solid 14K white gold stud earrings can be worn anytime, anywhere, and will make the most luxurious of g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Earrings Studs 14K White Gold Cluster 1.12 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Earrings Studs 14K White Gold Cluster 1.12 TDW This pair of diamond cluster studs is crafted in solid 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Black Diamond Gold Stud Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Black Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings. Each earring centering a securely nestled Hand set Black Diamond, weighing 1.80tcw for both. Measuring app...
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cluster Platinum Vintage Stud Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Diamond Cluster 10mm Platinum Stud Earrings. Hand set with Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, weighing 1.00tcw. Measuring approx. 0.6”l x 0.3”w. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Old European Cut Diamonds Earrings 14K White Gold Studs 1.72cttw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
These diamond stud earrings are made in solid 14K White Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The center Old European cut Diamonds are .50 carat each. One diamond is VS2 clarity an...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Cluster Earrings, Round 14K White Gold Studs 1.20 Ctw
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Cluster Earrings, Round 14K White Gold Studs 1.20 Ctw This pair of diamond cluster stud earrings is crafted in solid 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Earrings Round 14K White Gold Studs 1.04 ctw Oval shape
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Earrings Round 14K White Gold Studs 1.04 ctw Oval shape This pair of cluster stud diamond earrings is crafted in solid 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Earrings Flower 14K Gold Studs Floral European cut 1.00 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Earrings Flower 14K Gold Studs Floral European cut 1.00 TDW This pair of natural diamond studs is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold. The flower setting hold .50 cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion Ruby and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Cushion Ruby and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings. Each earring centering a securely nestled Hand set Cushion Ruby, weighing 1.40tcw for both. Sur...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Green Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings. Each earring centering a securely nestled Hand Green Tourmaline, weighing 2.00tcw for both....
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Emerald Diamond Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Gorgeous pair of vintage Emerald diamond cluster earrings handcrafted in solid 18k white Gold. They are set with Bright Natural Emeralds in the center, total weight 0.80 carat, and...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Jelly Opal and Diamond Gold Halo Stud Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Jelly Opal and Diamond Gold Stud Earrings. Each earring securely Hand set with a Jelly Opal, weighing approx. 5.80 total carat weight for the 2 Opal...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Floral Stud Earrings 14k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of diamond floral stud earrings made of 14k gold. Each earring showcases a central round brilliant cut diamond surrounded with a halo of petal-shaped elements.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Stud Earrings 14k White Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of diamond stud earrings made of 14k white gold. Diamonds are radiant cut in four-prong settings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate White Gold 1.00tcw Diamond Round Brilliant Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 1.7 Grams Stone: Approx 1.00tcw (0.50ct) Diamonds Measurements: 5.39x2.7 mm Metal: Earrings - 13K Gold Pushback Hallmark: 585 M ALPA RK 14K Item #: BR-1206-022424-14
Diamond, White Gold
$799Sale Price|20% Off
Estate 14K White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These stunning 14K white gold stud earrings feature captivating oval aquamarine gemstones, each accented by a sparkling diamond. The cool blue hue of the aquamarine paired with the b...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Natural Diamond Stud Earrings in 14kt White Gold - 1.40ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Experience the brilliance and elegance of these Natural Diamond Studs, featuring a total of 1.40 carat total weight (ctw) of natural FG color diamonds set in classic 14kt White Gold....
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Earrings Diamond Pendant Diamond Necklace Set
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
14K White Gold Diamond Earrings Diamond Pendant Diamond Necklace Set This stunning diamond jewelry set is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold (stamped and tested) and set with wh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Diamond Stud Earrings Vintage Platinum Round Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of vintage amethyst & diamond stud earrings crafted in 900 platinum and 14k white gold. Cabochon cut center set amethysts measure 9mm with accenting smaller amethysts...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Retro Estate 1.76 Carat Diamond Clip-On Lever Back Stud Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro Estate 14k rose gold and diamond clip-on lever back stud earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Diamond Earrings Vintage 14k Gold Oval Studs Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish aquamarine & diamond oval stud earrings crafted in 14k white gold. Aquamarines measure 9.5mm x 6mm (1.70 carats total estimated weight). Diamonds total an estimated 0.48 car...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Trillion Amethyst Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Trillion Amethyst Earrings 14K Yellow Gold This gorgeous and unusual estate pair of earrings is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (carefully tested and guaranteed), a...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 14k Yellow Gold 0.35ctw Fiery Diamond Halo Stud Earring Jackets
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS2 - SI2 Clarity - Fiery G/H Color - 0.35ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 1.83 Gra...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Round Disc Stud Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Bold and unique 14k white disc stud earrings. Inside the disc frame showcases gold beads and small diamonds on each earrings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Round Disc Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Bold and unique 14k yellow disc stud earrings. Inside the disc frame showcases gold beads and sixteen diamonds on each earrings.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 2.20ctw Oval RUBY & Diamonds 14K White Gold Cluster Post Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Vintage Cluster 2.20ctw Oval Red RUBY & Diamonds 14K White Gold Estate Stud Post Earrings, Ear Pendants.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$984Sale Price / set|20% Off
Estate Natural Octagon Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings feature 0.55 carat octagon cut natural emerald set in 14K white gold. Each measuring approximately 4.93 x 2.98 mm secured in a prong setting. Each emerald is surr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Round Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 1.76 CT, Estate-Inspired Jewelry
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A refined expression of timeless elegance, these diamond halo stud earrings are expertly crafted in luminous 18K white gold and designed to maximize brilliance from every angle. Each...
Diamond, White Gold
Blue Pink Sapphire Cluster Earrings Diamond Estate 14k White Gold Stud Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish sapphire & diamond cluster stud earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1990s). Pink sapphires measure 6mm x 4mm and blue sapphires measure 4mm x 3mm. Diamonds total an e...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Wh...
Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Vintage Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Vintage Stud Earrings. Each centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Sapphire, weighing 2.00tcw. Surrounded by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Jade Diamond Earrings Studs 14k Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry Mixed Cuts
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish jade & diamond earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold. Round brilliant and marquise cut diamonds total an estimated 2 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). The j...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 1.40 Ct Emerald .85 CT G VVS Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Gorgeous vintage pair of natural Emerald and Diamond earrings in a classy cluster 1970 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt white gold – tested Oval shaped set with two natural rich green ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Estate 2.45 Carats Round Diamond 18K White Gold Martini Set Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These classic martini diamond studs are a must-have for every diamond lover collection! Set in a chick martini set tree prong style, crafted in 18K white gold and contain 2 round f...
Diamond, White Gold
Estate Natural Zambian Emerald Halo Stud Earrings with Pave Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
A pair of elegant beautifull bluish green Zambia Emerald halo earrings. Adorned with blueish green Zambian emerald gemstones and diamond pavé, set in 18-karat white gold. • 2 Bright...
Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Estate Art Deco Platinum Diamond Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two Old European Cut Diamonds are the centerpieces of these exceptional Art Deco diamond earrings. The two central Old Euro Diamonds weigh 1.15 carats with an additional 10 round cut...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,960Sale Price|20% Off
Old European Cut Stud Earrings. 0.40ct Diamond Stud Earrings Platinum L VS1-I1
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamonds Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: L Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2-I1 Clarity Jewelry Type...
Diamond, Platinum
$800Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Earrings. Round Sapphire Diamond Halo Stud Earring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Sapphire Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.50-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stone: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.1-Carat Jewelry Type: Stu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$1,190 / set
.55ctw Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Sparkly diamond studs in a 6 prong crown setting. Perfect for everyday wear or a second piercing. In very good condition. Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Stones: 2 diamonds approx. .55ctw V...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 5.62 Ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Estate, hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold, crafted in an artful created daisy flower to empower at best the wide selection of Diamond setting Each flower is powerful and striking whe...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Stud Earrings. 0.80ct Old European Diamond Earrings Platinum L VS2-SI1
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of diamond stud earrings features two Old European cut diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.8 carats, for a total weight of 1.6 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Earrings. 0.40TCW Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings Platinum L VS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamonds Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: L Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Jewelry Type: S...
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in GOES, NL
These sky blue turquoise earrings (2pcs) represent a timeless elegance. An enchanting an robinson egg´s color that catch the light in dazzling ways. These sparkling turquoise earring...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Company Contemporary 0.40CTW Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A contemporary pair of Tiffany & Co stud earrings.
Diamond, Platinum
13 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings. Pear and Marquise Diamond Cluster Earrings G VVS
Located in New York, NY
A truly exquisite offering, this beautiful pair of diamond cluster earrings showcases a stunning combination of pear-shaped and marquise-shaped diamonds, expertly prong-set in platin...
Diamond, Platinum
Half Carat Diamond Basket Studs Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
The perfect half carat everyday earrings. Set in white gold basket settings with secure butterfly backings. The diamonds are very bright and lively. In very good condition. Metal: 1...
Diamond, White Gold
Estate 1.25ctw Diamond Baguette Channel-Set 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Orlando, FL
Sophisticated vintage design meets flawless craftsmanship in these elegant earrings, crafted in rich 18kt yellow gold. Metal: 18kt yellow gold, stamped “18CT 750” Maker’s Mark: Capi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Natural Emerald and Diamond Earrings in 18K White & Yellow Gold
Located in Chatsworth, CA
A striking pair of estate emerald and diamond earrings, showcasing two vibrant natural emeralds in an elegant octagonal cut, framed by brilliant diamonds and set in a sophisticated c...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$7,280Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Earrings. Old European Cut Diamond Stud Earrings Platinum L VS2 SI2
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of diamond stud earrings showcasing two Old European cut diamonds with a combined weight of approximately 2 carats, graded L in color with VS2 and SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Coral Onyx Earrings Diamond Gold Estate Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare pair of vintage Tiffany & Co. earrings made of 18k gold, black onyx, coral, accentuated with diamonds. These button earrings boast a unique design comprises a gold part, a fig...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Estate South Sea Pearl 1.20 Ct Brilliant Cut Diamonds Platinum Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Classy Statement These gorgeous estate earrings highlight two lovely round South Sea Pearls, flawless and appealing white silvery – 11 mm. in diameter – fine in all, nacre, lustre, s...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Nadine Ghosn Shut Up Single Diamond Earring 18k Rose Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct estate diamond 'Shut Up' earring design by Nadine Ghosn crafted in 18k rose gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.21 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Classic Natural Diamond 0.50 ctw Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: Classic, sparkling diamond stud earrings in 14K white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
ESTATE 3.30 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ESTATE 3.30 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings Amazing looking piece! Suggested Replacement Value Approx. $7,000.00 Total Natural Round Cut White Di...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12 Carat Cabochon Emerald Diamond Clip Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
12 Carat Cabochon Emerald Diamond Clip Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Estate This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted with 14 karat Yellow gold weighing 22 grams T...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k 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.
Stud earrings have a unique and rich cultural history. Though their design has evolved, vintage stud earrings are still a classic jewelry style.
Stud earrings are frequently dated back over 7,000 years to Asia, where they were worn mostly by upper-class men to indicate their wealth and status. Although earrings sometimes fell out of favor over the years — such as when ear piercing was prohibited by the Catholic Church in the 13th century — they’ve remained one of the most enduring forms of body modification.
When diamond jewelry gained prominence in the 19th century, thanks to prosperity in Europe and the United States as well as the greater accessibility of gemstones, studs adorned with fine diamonds became popular. Screw-back earrings debuted in the late 19th century and allowed people without pierced ears to don the embellishment. Stud earrings became especially popular in the 1960s.
Stud earrings are simple and usually small in size, making them lightweight and easy to wear. Unlike other earrings, stud earrings have a floating appearance. They are often made with a single gemstone, such as a sapphire or emerald, and a straight post that goes through the ear, typically with a rubber or metal backing to hold it in place.
Today, stud earrings accentuate outfits with a casual, elegant style, adding a bit of glam to any ensemble. Find an eclectic array of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
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