GIA Certified 1.4 Carat Oval Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Please note: The appearance of the pendant may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting, photography, and the natural characteristics of both handcrafted jewelry and diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Gold
12.19 carat Platinum Elegant Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Elegant Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace Total Carat Weight: 12.19ct 140st, Stones are F/G color VS/VVS clarity full cut natural diamonds Mounted in Platinum Biggest ston...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.32 Carat Oval Diamond Sunburst Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Please note: The appearance of the pendant may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting, photography, and the natural characteristics of both handcrafted jewelry and diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified Necklace with Alternating Ovals and Round Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Necklace with Alternating Ovals and Round Diamonds Made in Platinum 54 stones all GIA Certified Ovals and Rounds Center stone is : 2.01CT F SI1 GIA:7406863878 5 ston...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Tennis necklace with Yellow Cushion Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tennis necklace with Yellow Cushion Cut Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum All cushions are GIA Certified 1.16CT Fancy Yellow Cushion VS1 7538850582 1.03...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold with 9.91ct of Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
14K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND TENNIS NECKLACE 132 stones with 2.6mm each stone Total Carat Weight: 9.91ct 16" long Comes with box, appraisal available upon request Retail value: 25,000.00$
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold with 12.30ct of Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
14K WHITE GOLD DIAMOND TENNIS NECKLACE 131 stones with 2.9mm each stone Total Carat Weight: 12.30ct 16.5" long Comes with box, appraisal available upon request Retail value: 28,00...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K Yellow Gold Diamond Accent "V" Initial Script Style Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of personalization with this stunning 10K Yellow gold pendant, delicately crafted into a flowing cursive script of the initial "V". This necklace sparkles with n...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold Diamond Accent "V" Initial Script Style Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of personalization with this stunning 10K White gold pendant, delicately crafted into a flowing cursive script of the initial "V". Enhanced with a rhodium finish...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14k White Gold 4.55ct
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14k White Gold Totaling 4.55ct 220st stones F/G color VS clarity with 1.7mm each stone 16'' long
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with 0.30ct each Round Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with 0.30ct each Round Diamonds Made in Platinum Each stone is certified 92 diamond 0.30ct each totaling 25.15ct 0.27 G VVS1 6555495123 0.27 G VVS2 755...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with Cushion cut and Round diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with Cushion cut and Round diamonds Mounted in Platinum Cushion diamonds totaling 7 stones GIA Certified: 1. 1.01 E VS1 GIA 1226133287 2. 1.00 D VS2...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
'V' Shaped Baguette Diamond Wheat Necklace .96cttw 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .96cttw Diamond Color: H/I Diamond Clarity: SI2/SI3 Stone Cut: Baguette Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimensions: 30mm x ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Circle of Life Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Circle of Life Necklace Mounted in 18k Yellow Gold This open circle pendant, encrusted with 42 round brilliant diamonds set in 18K yellow gold, is a gorgeous example of a cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.55 Carat Pear Diamond Graduated V-Necklace with Drop in 18K Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
This V-shaped necklace presents a graduated line of pear-shaped diamonds set point-to-point in individual prongs.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$2,704Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.08ct Pear Cut Diamond Cluster V Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.08ct Pear Cut Diamond Cluster V Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold features pear cut graduated diamonds making a v shape pendant with diamond drop in center and two diamonds set in th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,163Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.08ct Pear Cut Diamond Cluster V Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.08ct Pear Cut Diamond Cluster V Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold features pear cut graduated diamonds making a v shape pendant with diamond drop in center and two diamonds set in th...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified Graduated Tennis Necklace with Emerald Cut Diamonds 37.86tcw
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Graduated Tennis Necklace with Emerald Cut Diamonds 37.86tcw Made in Platinum 111 stones each is GIA certified F-G color VS-VVS clarity Length: 16.5in 2 stones 1.00ct ...
Diamond, Platinum
8.17 Ct Oval Ruby & Diamond V-Drop Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Natural oval ruby and diamond V-drop necklace handcrafted in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
V Shaped Letter Geometric Statement Diamond 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The necklace features a sleek V-shaped pendant adorned with small, sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$11,381Sale Price / item|20% Off
8.47 Carat Pear Diamond V Shape Drop Necklace 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
8.47 Carat Pear Diamond V Shape Drop Necklace 14K White Gold features a line of pear-shaped diamonds, beautifully arranged along the chain and accentuated by a delicate three-stone p...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$14,227Sale Price / item|20% Off
8.47 Carat Pear Diamond V Shape Drop Necklace 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
8.47 Carat Pear Diamond V Shape Drop Necklace 18K White Gold features a line of pear-shaped diamonds, beautifully arranged along the chain and accentuated by a delicate three-stone p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Double V Teardrop Necklace with Natural Yellow Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Yellow Gold Double V Teardrop Necklace with Natural Yellow Diamonds A striking and elegant design, this 18K yellow gold necklace features a mesmerizing teardrop-shaped pendant a...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Bezel Set Tennis Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond bezel set Tennis Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold 82 round diamonds F color VS clarity Total weight 8.62cts Total Length: 17.50 inches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gold Silver and Palladium V-shaped Necklace with 10.92 Carat Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: 10.92 Carat Diamond Necklace, H Color, VS Clarity, Round Brilliant DESCRIPTION: Elevate your elegance with this stunning diamond necklace feat...
Diamond, Gold, Palladium, Silver
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with East West set Emerald cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tennis Necklace with East West set Emerald cut Diamonds Necklace is handmade Platinum bezel set style setting All stones are certified GIA emerald cut diamonds 65 stone...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Graduated Tennis Necklace with Fancy Yellow Oval Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Graduated Tennis Necklace with Fancy Yellow Oval Diamonds Graduated made in 18k Yellow Gold with East West set Oval Diamonds Center stone is : 3.03ct FCY VVS2 Oval GIA...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold 1.40ctw Baguette Channel Diamond Chevron "V" Wheat Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This stunning necklace was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features fine, fancy, flat wheat link chain that leads to a diamond covered chevron "V" shaped center.
Diamond, 14k Gold
V Shaped Diamond and Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Chain Length: 19" Pendant Drops: 1.5" Stamped: "14K" Pearl: 1 white cultured pearl Pearl Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT Rose Gold Diamond 2.81 Cts Curved Bar V-Shape Fringe Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking 14K rose necklace features a brilliant, diamond-set curved bar that elegantly traces the collarbone.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Diamond 2.81 Cts Curved Bar V-Shape Fringe Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking 14K yellow necklace features a brilliant, diamond-set curved bar that elegantly traces the collarbone.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT White Gold Diamond 2.81 Cts Curved Bar V-Shape Fringe Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking 14K white necklace features a brilliant, diamond-set curved bar that elegantly traces the collarbone.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow and White Gold 1/4cttw Diamond 'V' Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dangling from a box chain, this "V" shaped necklace is fashioned in 14K yellow and white gold and features 1/4 carats TDW of glimmering princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Clarissa Bronfman "Crescendo V" Sapphire Ruby Gold Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Crescendo V consists of sapphire, polki diamonds, garnet, silver, tourmaline, pave diamonds, 14k solid gold, 18k solid gold, mother of pearl, p...
Amber, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold P...
14K Yellow Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond Scattered "V" Necklace for Women
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace clutches glistening, natural diamonds totaling 1/2 carat, their clarity SI2-I1 and colors transitioning from I to J, capturing and reflecting light in captiva...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 20.55 Ct Natural Marquise Diamond V-Drop Lariat Necklace
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A single line of marquise-cut diamonds curves around the neckline before splitting into two spiraling strands that taper to a point. The elongated cut throws light in longer flashes ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
10k Yellow and White Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious pendant features a V shape inlaid with glittering diamonds. Created in 10k yellow and white gold, this necklace showcases 1/2ct TDW in diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alternating Tennis Necklace in 18k YG with Oval and Round diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Alternating Tennis Necklace in 18k YG with Oval and Round diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Oval diamonds 53 stones totaling 10.60ct - 0.20ct Each Rounds diamonds, F/G color...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.57 Ct Oval Emerald & Baguette Diamond V Drop Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Natural oval emerald and diamond V-drop necklace handcrafted in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Half Carat 'V' Shaped Diamond Twisted Gold Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .50cttw Stone Cut: Round Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimensions: 35mm x 56mm Weight: 16 grams Length: 16 inches Diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graduated Tennis Necklace with Emerald Cut Diamonds in Platinum 28.03ct
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Graduated Emerald cut Necklace in Platinum GIA certified Total carat weight all necklace: 28.03ct 59 stones 0.20ct each stone: 11.14ct 10 stones 0.25ct each stone: 2.38ct ...
Diamond, Platinum
14k Yellow and White Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is in a "V" shape design for those appreciate geometry in their aesthetic.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow and White Gold 2.00 Carat Diamond 'V' Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
It is crafted from alluring weaves of 14k white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the necklace is set with alternating segments of princess cut diamonds and round diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow and White Gold 3.00 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
It is crafted from alluring weaves of 14kt white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the necklace is set with alternating segments of princess cut diamonds and round diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.94tcw Natural Diamond-Round Cut Solid Gold Statement V Link Necklace 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable, natural diamond gold necklace. This special piece features 34 single, brilliant round-cut diamonds with very good color and clarity.
Diamond, Gold
10K Yellow and White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond "V" Shape Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This elegant piece is crafted from alluring weaves of 14k white and yellow gold. Formed in an elegant V shape, the necklace is set with alternating segments of yellow gold "X" links ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 8.49 carat 14K White Gold Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold Elegant Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace Total Carat Weight: 8.49ct (165stones) F/G VS 165st, mounted in 14K WG 3 prong settings; 3 Center Stones are certified : 0.3...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 0.56ctw Diamond V Chevron Flat "S" Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (9) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.56ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 21.48 Grams Chain Typ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K White Gold with 18.80 Carat
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Elegant Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace 135 stones 9 stones with GIA Certified Diamonds: 1.62CT F VS1 Round GIA 1122418851 0.90CT G VS1 Round GIA 5506533672 0.90...
Diamond, Platinum
8.87CT Natural Diamond SI/H Open V-Drop Collar Torque Necklace 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SECK-9561A Gross Wt. :- 29.94 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 28.17 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 8.87 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Choker Length...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow and White Gold with Round Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow and White Gold with Round Diamonds Totaling 13 Round GIA Certified Diamonds: 1.0.50CT G VS1 GIA: 6541384419 2.0.50CT G VS1 GIA: 253758936...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow and White Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond 'V' Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dangling from a box chain, this "V" shaped necklace is fashioned in 14K yellow and white gold and features 1/4 carats TDW of glimmering princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 3 Carat Diamond V Shape Pendant Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 3 Carat Diamond V Shape Pendant Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold features a delicate chain with a symmetrical V-cluster of pear-cut diamonds, forming a drop.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 3 Carat Diamond V Shape Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 3 Carat Diamond V Shape Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold features a delicate chain with a symmetrical V-cluster of pear-cut diamonds, forming a drop.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
925 Sterling Silver Necklace V Letter Shape Natural Pave Diamond Pendant For Her
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Necklace V Letter Shape Natural Pave Diamond Pendant For Her Base Material: 925 Sterling Silver.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tennis necklace with GIA Certified Emerald cut diamonds in Platinum 37.67 carat
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis necklace with GIA Certified Emerald cut diamonds in Platinum 38.76 carat Tennis necklace with GIA Certified Emerald cut diamonds in Platinum 125 stones 0.30-0.34ct each Total...
Diamond, Platinum
$28,820Sale Price|20% Off
19.01Ct Natural Heart Cut Diamond Pear Drop V- Necklace 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
19.01Ct Natural Heart Cut Diamond Pear Drop V- Necklace 14K White Gold Jewelry This necklace features V-shaped silhouette that naturally draws the eye to its stunning pear-shaped cen...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
18k Gold Luxury Necklace with Exquisite White and Pink Diamonds in a Teardrop V
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18k Gold Luxury Necklace with Exquisite White and Pink Diamonds in a Teardrop V Design Total Weight: 3.06 g Net Gold Weight: 2.96 g Main Stone: 1 Pink Diamond, 0.180 CT Secondary Sto...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
$856Sale Price / item|20% Off
Suzy Levian 0.10 Carat White Diamond 14K Rose Gold Letter Initial Necklace, V
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This breathtaking personalized Suzy Levian letter necklace features natural diamonds, hand-set in 14-Karat rose gold. It's the perfect individualized gift to let someone special know...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$856Sale Price / item|20% Off
Suzy Levian 0.10 Carat White Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Letter Initial Necklace, V
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This breathtaking personalized Suzy Levian letter necklace features natural diamonds, hand-set in 14-Karat yellow gold. It's the perfect individualized gift to let someone special kn...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 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.
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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.