Enamel and Diamond Toad Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Green Enamel & Diamond Frog Cufflinks 18K Yellow Gold 22 round cut diamonds Measurements: 1" long
1980s American Diamond Vintage Cufflinks
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Enamel and Diamond Toad Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Green Enamel & Diamond Frog Cufflinks 18K Yellow Gold 22 round cut diamonds Measurements: 1" long
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Diamond Gold Oval Textured Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
1960 elliptical design hand textured cufflinks in 14k yellow gold with Diamond accents. 6 round Diamonds, approx. total weight .06cts, H, SI 14k yellow gold Tested and stamped: 14k ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Platinum and Diamond Hexagon Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Classic platinum cuff links in a hexagon shape with bezel set round diamond centers. The hexagons measure 14.5 mm in diameter. Signed Mattis Plat
Diamond, Platinum
Da Vinci Knot Diamond Gold Cufflinks
By Da Vinci
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Inspired by the timeless symbolism of the Da Vinci knot, these elegant cufflinks are crafted in rich 14k white gold and accented with sparkling round diamond for a refined tou...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,250 / set
1980s 18ct Gold & Diamond Round Circle Cufflinks
Located in London, England
A very smart and imposing pair of cufflinks that were made circa 1980s. They are made of 18ct gold and have a cluster of small brilliant cut diamonds around their edges. they also ha...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Airplane Plane Diamond Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Wonderful figural 14k yellow gold airplane cufflinks featuring diamond accented wings and lights.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Enamel Diamond Fox Cufflinks
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The mosts exceptional pair of enamel cufflinks we have ever had in stock. We place them some time in maybe the early 40’s based on the style and craftsmanship. The enamel coloring is...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Stirrup Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Platinum Stirrup form Cufflinks, measuring 3/4 inch in length and 1/8 inch wide set with Fine color step cut Sapphires and Emerald cut Diamonds totaling approximately 2 Ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pair of Gold Cufflinks with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
These 14k yellow gold cufflinks each set with two diamonds, total carat weight approximately 1.2 carats and 10.0 Dwts of gold. .
Diamond, Gold
$2,400 / set
18K Gold Diamond Moses Motif Cufflinks
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on these incredible 18K gold sculpture cuff links circa 1960! A stunning brushed 18K yellow gold is intricately sculpted to create the face of Moses with round clear ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold Diamond Basket Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Signed Cartier, these 18 karat gold cufflinks have a basket design forming a U-shape. Half of the cufflinks are lined with diamonds, ending at the bend.
18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Gold Circular Cufflinks with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with small Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.40 carat. Circa 1960s
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Designer Diamond 18K Gold Woven Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1980 Retro Diamond 18K Gold Woven Style with satin-textured Rope accents Cufflinks, This is an exquisite pair of classy cufflinks, weighing approximately 18.4 grams Handc...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Silver Gold Diamond Enamel Multicolor gems Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Silver Gold Diamond Enamel Multicolor gems Cufflinks Possibly Russian made 14k Gold and silver, sapphire, amethyst, agate, citrine, emerald.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Gold Stirrup Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold stirrup cufflinks by Cartier, designed in signature Maillon Panthere link design, adorned with approx. 0.30ctw in G/VS diamonds.
Diamond, Gold
$3,750 / set
Diamond and 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold square cufflinks featuring 18 round brilliant cut diamonds of VS clarity and G/H color totaling approximately 1.00 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ebony Wood 18k Gold Dumbbell Cufflinks
Located in New York City, NY
Fine pair of diamond and ebony wood on 18K gold dumbbell cufflinks.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Gold and Diamond Snake Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.30 carats. Signed by B&Co. Made in London, England Circa 1961
Diamond, 18k Gold
1960s German Art Deco Style Diamond Gold Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage German 0.06 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks in the Art Deco style; an addition our vintage jewelry/estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.75ct Diamond and Emerald Cufflinks
Located in Broomall, PA
18K Yellow Gold 0.75ct Diamond and Emerald Cufflinks A bold and refined pair of cufflinks showcasing a richly detailed arrangement of emeralds and diamonds across both the top and r...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
White Gold and Black Diamond Dice Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 14K White Gold Dice Cufflinks, measuring 7/16 X 7/16 inch square and set with Round Brilliant cut Black Diamonds totaling .40 carat.
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Gold Hexagonal Cufflinks with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with two small Single cut Diamonds. Circa 1970s 7/8 x 5/8 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold
Red Coral Diamond Yellow Gold Horse Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These unique cufflinks are made in 18k yellow gold and feature beautifully hand-carved red coral horse heads accented with diamond eyes bezel-set in white gold.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Austrian Sapphire, Diamond And Hammer Finish Gold Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Austrian sapphire, diamond and gold cufflinks, set with high domed, cabochon sapphires, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, on hammer finished, gold low oval domes, mounted in ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold Frog Cufflinks
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The cufflinks are supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Chopard Happy Diamonds Yellow Gold Golf Club Cufflinks
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18k yellow gold cufflinks by Chopard, from signature Happy Diamonds collection, each featuring iconic floating diamond inside (approx. 0.03ct each FG/VVS).
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1970s 18k Tiger Diamond, Ruby & Enamel Gold Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
Each cufflink features: 18K Yellow Gold – Circa Mid-20th Century – With Appraisal Two prominent diamonds set as the eyes, adding a fierce brilliance Pavé-set round-cut rubies, enha...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Bvlgari Bulgari Diamond Classic Round Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Classic Round Cufflinks by Bulgari. These Bvlgari cufflinks are crafted in 18k yellow gold with a sleek, round design, accented by a diagonal row of brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Horse Cufflinks - 34.2g
Located in Providence, RI
- Measurements: Front size 30.5mm x 24.5mm, Post width 7.0mm, Whale backing 19.0mm x 4.5mm, Weighs 34.2 grams - 2 Diamonds, each 3 points - Hallmarked 14k - Includes cufflinks only.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Geometric Gold Shirt Stud Set Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950-1960 geometric double sided cuff links and shirt studs in 14k yellow gold with bright single cut Diamonds in white gold strips. 32 round single cut Diamonds, approx. to...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
Golf Motif Cufflinks with Very Fine Intense Yellow Diamonds & White Diamonds
Located in Aspen, CO
The diamond pave golf ball swings down along the base for ease of putting on and taking off the cufflinks.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond, Ruby, Silver and Gold Owl Cufflinks, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
A pair of owl cufflinks, pavé set with a mixture of old and brilliant cut diamonds, with cabochon ruby set eyes, with chain links, mounted in silver-upon-gold, circa 1970.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Cornucopia Diamond and Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Fine diamond and 18K yellow gold cufflinks from the "Cornucopia" collection by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Midcentury Diamond Black White Enamel Gold Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's 18k yellow gold double sided cuff links, clip back style with black and white enamel fronts with a full cut Diamond center. Made in Italy. 18k 2-tone gold 2 round D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Dice Cufflinks - VHK#29
Located in Hicksville, NY
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Dice Cufflinks - VHK#29 Item Details: Year: 1990s Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.8 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .20ct...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Shape Cluster Diamond Men’s Gold Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
The perfect gift, these classic Vintage late 1970s Solid 14K yellow gold men’s oval-shaped cufflinks are pave set with some 140 round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier 3 Row Diamond Wave Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with 3 rows of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.90 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1990s Comes with its original box...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Stirrup Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These iconic stirrup cufflinks from Cartier's classic Maillon Panthere collection are crafted in 18k yellow goold and set with E-F VVS2-VS1 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.60 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Hammerman Brothers .82 Carat Diamond Gold Automobile Cufflinks
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderfully crafted 1960's .82 carat diamond automobile 14k yellow and white gold cufflinks from New York jewelry manufacturer Hammerman Brothers.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 15.00 Carat Emerald Cufflinks with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with two Pear-Shaped Cabochon Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 15.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 2.50 carats. Circa 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18k White Gold Cufflinks with Lapis Lazuli & Diamonds, 0.60ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 60 x 1.3 mm single cut diamond, total 0.60 carats color F/G purity VS/SI cufflinks are in good condition hallmark present, tested and guaranteed 18k gold 20231471OMB
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Gold Platinum Double Sided Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Solid square design Platinum cushion shape double sided Tiffany & Co cufflinks with full cut diamond centers. The cushion shaped Platinum tops measure 13.7 x 1.2mm thick.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks #24723
By Bulgari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks- These elegant cufflinks by Bvlgari are crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks #24723
By Bulgari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks- These elegant cufflinks by Bvlgari are crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Bar Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Van Cleef & Arpels bar cufflinks are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature black onyx baton bars. Made in France circa 1980s. Measurements: 0.70" (18mm) width, 1.06" ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Tonneau Skeleton Cufflinks in Rose Gold Silver (Limited Edition)
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Diamond Tonneau Skeleton Cufflinks in Rhodium and Rose Gold Silver with Watch Movement (Limited Edition) Discover our best-selling Skeleton Movement cufflinks, a fusion of intricate...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver
Oscar Heyman & Brothers Platinum Sapphire Ruby & Diamond American Flag Cufflinks
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman & Brothers Platinum Sapphire, Ruby, and Diamond American Flag Cufflinks Description: This patriotic pair of authentic cufflinks by Oscar Heyman & Brothers is cr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
.4 Carat Diamond White Gold Florentine Finish Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's 14k white gold cufflinks with two concave oval sections, one above the other.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.20ct Diamond Horse and Jockey Cufflinks, c.1973
Located in London, GB
Each cufflink features a single 0.10 carat round brilliant diamond atop the trophy the jockey is riding towards.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Whimsical 18K Yellow Gold Frog Cufflinks with Diamond Eyes
Located in Miami, FL
These delightful 18K yellow gold frog cufflinks bring a touch of playful charm to formalwear, blending fine craftsmanship with whimsical design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Onyx Oval 18k Yellow Gold Stud Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Includes: Original Tiffany & Co. cufflink box These authentic Tiffany & Co. cufflinks feature polished black onyx oval faces accented with sparkling diamonds and set in rich yellow ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hidalgo Enamel Diamond 18K Gold American Flag Cufflinks
By Hidalgo
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Hidalgo American Flag Cufflinks in 18K Gold with Enamel & Diamonds A distinctive pair of Hidalgo cufflinks crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a detailed American flag motif decora...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
.78 Carat Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Domed Rectangular Cufflinks
Located in Stamford, CT
These .78 carat diamond halo yellow gold domed rectangular cufflinks offer a sophisticated blend of classic design and modern elegance.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold, Black Onyx and Diamond Vintage Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
Each decorated with a cross of twenety-one white Diamonds, set with 4-grains in White Gold. The cufflinks feature a combination of white and yellow Gold, each illuminated by the lar...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold, Diamond & Turquoise Textured Gold Cufflinks, 1960s
Located in London, England
Each circular cufflink has a beautiful gold textured finish; two of which are set with diamonds and two with cabochon turquoises.
18k Gold
TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER Taj Mahal Diamond Gold Cufflinks Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Schlumberger Taj Mahal Diamond and Gold Cufflinks Set Embrace a timeless design with a touch of opulence.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's 14kt White Gold Cufflinks with Lapis Lazuli and Diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold cufflinks set with lapis lazuli and brilliant cut diamond 0.06 ct F/G VS/SI - size 1.9 cm x 1.6 cm detailed description The cufflinks are 1.9 cm wide and 1.6 cm ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
Aaron Basha Diamond Enamel Frog Prince Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Green Enamel Frog Prince Cufflinks by Aaron Basha.
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Jadeite Jade Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
This handsome pair of rare button form cufflinks features circular green jadeite jade discs, accented with rose-cut diamonds set in platinum, and connected by 14k yellow gold links.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Piaget Diamond Onyx 18K Gold Retro Round Large Cufflinks
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
These Collectable pair of Patek Piaget cufflinks Circa 1990's were crafted in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k 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.
Cufflinks rose to popularity during the 1800s as fashionable men sought a refined and elegant solution for keeping their shirtsleeves together. Prior to this accessory, which initially materialized as a simple chain fastened to a button, men were lacing the ends of their sleeves with ribbon or string. Today, there are all manner of antique and vintage cufflinks that add flair and functionality to relaxed casual wear as much as they do for classy formal attire.
It wasn’t long before diamonds, emeralds and other precious gemstones began to appear on cufflinks, a means of adding ornament to clean and starched formal wear. When clothing manufacturers began to produce shirt cuffs and collars with more durable materials during the 19th century, a class of newer, stronger cufflinks gained credibility as being both essential and stylish. In the decades following this era’s design evolution, an entire industry bloomed around the craft of these subtle statement pieces.
Luxury brands more often associated with engagement rings and bracelets, such as Cartier and Tiffany & Co., have added cufflinks to their lines over the years, and jewelry designers, working in numerous styles, have explored the use of different materials and integrated a variety of ornamentation. Understated cufflinks of gold and platinum are guaranteed to cleanly complement any ensemble, while more niche designs allow the jewels to truly shine.
Cufflinks are practical pieces of jewelry that can also be very expressive. Consider the event for which you’re donning cufflinks and accessorize accordingly, but know that a distinctive pair of cufflinks, such as the colorful confections offered by Trianon, can pop against your dressy evening wear. Whether they’re geometric wonders of the Art Deco era, reliably relevant skull jewels or glittering accessories designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, adorned with the maison’s celebrated four-leaf clover or prominent animal motifs, you can delicately break from what can be a stuffy business meeting by introducing personality and pizzazz with a duo of nifty cufflinks.
A carefully chosen set of cufflinks can bring a stylish outfit together — literally. Find a large, luxurious collection of contemporary cufflinks as well as irresistible vintage pieces on 1stDibs today.