5.84Ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings set in 14K White Gold.
2010s North American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.84Ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings set in 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$13,596Sale Price / set|20% Off
5.70 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 5.70ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 5.70ctw of Emerald cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,900Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold, 2.55 Carats
Located in New York, NY
Modern elegance meets timeless craftsmanship in these emerald cut diamond hoop earrings, featuring 2.55 carats of natural step-cut diamonds set in warm 14K White gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,900Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold, 2.55 Carats
Located in New York, NY
Modern elegance meets timeless craftsmanship in these emerald cut diamond hoop earrings, featuring 2.55 carats of natural step-cut diamonds set in warm 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$24,000 / item
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Norman Silverman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These inside-out hoop earrings feature 6.79 carats of emerald-cut diamonds—36 stones in total—set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
8.52 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
In a sleek and modern design, these hoop earrings contain 56 emerald cut diamonds weighing approximately 8.52 carats total, in an inside-out design.
Diamond, Platinum
6.62 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Step into the world of refined elegance with these exquisite 6.62 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings, meticulously crafted in 14 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
6.62 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Step into the world of refined elegance with these exquisite 6.62 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings, meticulously crafted in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Natural 0.81 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 0.81 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow Gold features emerald cut diamond set in the center of the hoop.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 7.1 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Certified 7.1 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold features emerald cut diamond set inside out of the hoops.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Certified 7.1 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Certified 7.1 Carat SI/H Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold features emerald cut diamond set inside out of the hoops.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Emilio Jewelry 16.26 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
EARRING 18KT Gold From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Unique hand made hoop earring light and with minimal m...
Diamond, Emerald
18 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 52 emerald cut = 5.68cttw Color: J / K Clarity: VS1-2 Dimensions: earrings measure 42mm Weight: 10.82 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eternity Style 18K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold, each earring is adorned with a seamless row of expertly set emerald‑cut diamonds.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,371Sale Price / set|25% Off
5 Carat Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Gold- 6.65 gms Diamond- 5.24 carats Diamond Colour: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Earring Weight: 7.70 gms *In stock items will be shipped in 2 business days, or please allow 4-5 weeks for...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21.57ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in Platinum by Spectra Fine Jewelry
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 2024, they feature 54 emerald-cut diamonds totaling 21.57 carats, each diamond weighing 0.40 carat with F-G color and VS+ clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
$5,951Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural 3.70 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-12060 (14k) Gross Weight :- 6.61 gm 14k White Gold Weight :- 5.87 gm Natural Diamond Weight :- 3.70 carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings L...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$7,437Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural 3.70 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-12060 Gross Weight :- 8.08 gm 18k White Gold Weight :- 7.34 gm Natural Diamond Weight :- 3.70 carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings Length ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$10,616Sale Price / set|20% Off
7.05 Carat Round & Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All item...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.6tcw Natural Emerald-Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold – VS G Color
Located in Jaipur, RJ
💎 Product Description: Experience the allure of timeless brilliance with these 2.60 carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings, exquisitely handcrafted in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.82 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
These gorgeous emerald-cut diamond hoop earrings are a striking expression of modern elegance, crafted in luminous 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 13.29 Carat Diamond Emerald-Cut Solitaires Hoop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This impeccable elegant and stylish solitaire emerald-cut diamond hoop earring is desired by all.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Hoop Earrings with Emerald Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Hoop Earrings with Emerald Cut Diamonds In Platinum All stones are GIA Certified & totaling 3.62ct 0.30 EM F VS1 GIA 1513351766 0.30 EM F VS1 GIA 6515247798 0.30...
Diamond, Platinum
Modern diamond hoop earrings emerald cut diamond earrings 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning hoop earrings made with VS diamonds F color, in modern style with round and emerald cut diamonds in 14Kt gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Hoop Earrings with 6 Carat Emerald Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Hoops in Platinum with Emerald Cut Diamonds 1.25 inches diameter 20 stones 0.14ct each stone Total Carat Weight of Emerald Cuts: 5.91ct (F/G color VS clarity) Total Carat Weight ...
Diamond, Platinum
$4,100 / item
Emerald Hoop Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 2.38 carats emerald and .90 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to v...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Hoop Earrings Inside-Out with Emerald Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The earrings consist of 64 emerald cut diamonds "U" seton the outside of the front wall and inside of the back wall of the earring.
Diamond, 18k Gold
5.50 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Oval Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white gold with 54 Emerald cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.50 carats. 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inch, 3 mm thickness
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.3Ct Natural Emerald-Cut Emerald & Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant hoop earrings feature 2 natural emerald-cut emeralds totaling 1.3 carats, set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.3Ct Natural Emerald-Cut Emerald & Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant hoop earrings feature 2 natural emerald-cut emeralds totaling 1.3 carats, set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 2.55ct Diamond Emerald-Cut C-Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
For added shine, the inner surface of each C-hoop's tail is punctuated by extra emerald-cut diamonds.This brand new pair of 18K White Gold 2.55 ct Diamond Emerald-Cut C-Hoop Earrings...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.50ct Diamond Emerald-Cut C-Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
For added shine, the inner surface of each C-hoop's tail is punctuated by extra emerald-cut diamonds.This brand new pair of 18K White Gold 3.50 ct Diamond Emerald-Cut C-Hoop Earrings...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold 1.00ct Square- Cut Emerald & 0.02ct Diamond Fine Huggies Hoop Earrings
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Product Details: Metal: 18k Solid Gold Metal Color: White Gold Emerald: Natural, green, square cut, clarity-enhance by cedar oil, 1.00 carats Diamond: Natural, brilliant cut, VS2, G...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Cut & Round Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Emerald Cut & Round Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k White Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings feature a Single row of Emerald Cut Diamonds surrounded by Round Brilliant Diamonds in 18k White G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Oval-Cut Emerald with Pavé Diamond White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Emerald- 14.81 Cts Diamond- 1.45 Cts All Diamonds are G/H- SI
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 4.59 carats of white pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Inside Outside Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K yellow gold Diamonds: emerald cut = 6.40cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: earrings measure approximately 29mm Fastenings: snap backs Weight: 9.21 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Hoop Earrings in 18k White Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Hoop earrings in 18K White Gold 1.5 inches diameter 50 stones Emerald VVS1 Shape Diamonds 0.15ct each stone TCW:7.70ct TCW pave: 0.26ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Judith Ripka Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Hoop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Diameter: 1.55" tall x 1.25" Total Weight: 15.8 Grams Sapphire Count: 6 emerald cut blue sapphires Sapphire Carat We...
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$15,000 / item
Emerald Cut Diamond Huggie Hoops
By Norman Silverman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These inside-out huggie hoop earrings feature 4.32 carats of emerald-cut diamonds—22 stones in total—set in 18k white gold.
18k Gold
$84,204 / item
Radiant Hoop 18K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Radiant Hoop 18K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings are the epitome of elegance and luxury.
18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Eternity Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a bold statement with the Emerald Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Eternity Hoop Earrings, crafted to showcase unparalleled brilliance.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Round Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Hoop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
FLORA Earrings: Carnelian, Emeralds, Diamonds & 14k Gold Hoops
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Petal Earrings Carnelian, Emerald, Diamonds, 14k Gold 10mm huggie 14k gold earrings with carved flora motif carnelian “petals” (approx. 17x12mm). One side has stunning center...
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$16,500 / set
Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 3.23 carats of emerald and 1.33 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
FLORA Earrings: Lapis, Emeralds, Diamonds & 14k Gold Hoops
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Petal Earrings Lapis, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14k Gold 10mm huggie 14k gold earrings with carved flora motif Lapis “petals” (approx 17x12mm). One side has stunning center pear sh...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
8.82 Carat Octagon Cut Emerald Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
8.82 Carat Octagon Cut Emerald Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.98 Carat Emerald-Cut Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A dramatic arrangement of emerald-cut and round brilliant diamonds defines these striking hoop earrings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,740Sale Price / set|20% Off
Round Emerald Cut 3.8 Carat SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All item...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant huggie hoop earrings feature 2 emerald cut blue sapphires totaling 1.03 carats, set in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,390Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald-Cut Diamond Spike 14K (or 18K upon request) Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek, modern, and elegantly edgy — these Emerald-Cut Diamond Spike Hoop Earrings redefine luxury with their minimalist yet striking silhouette.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$5,591Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 9.24Ct Pear Cut Emerald 0.80Ct Diamond Hoops Earrings 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEE-1639A Gross Wt :- 9.42 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt :- 7.41 gm Natural Diamond Wt :- 0.80 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 9.24 ct...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald-Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant huggie hoop earrings feature 2 octagon cut pink sapphire 0.68 carats, set in rich 18k yellow gold. Each sapphire measures 5 x 3 mm and is securely set in a smooth bezel...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 3.03 carats of pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
White Diamond Emerald Cut In & Out Semi Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.21 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond emerald cuts. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Diamonds are both inside and outside. Push back setting.
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Channel Set Emerald Cut Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Square Emerald-Cut Diamonds Diamond Shape: Square emerald cut Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: VS-SI Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.88 CTW Ea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 2.10 carats of pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 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.
It is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B.
The roots of the hoop-earring phenomenon literally stretch back to the dawn of civilization. On view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to 2,600–2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Hoop earrings can also be found in the Met’s Egyptian art gallery as well as in the museum’s displays of Greek and Roman art.
What inspired the original hoop design and why it was adopted by so many jewelers in the ancient world are unknown. It doesn’t have an origin story, feeling rather like the jewelry equivalent of the wheel. There just seems to be a logic to a circle that goes from the front to the back of the lobe.
“Hoops have been worn for millennia because they are unfathomably chic,” says Annabel Davidson, the editor of Vanity Fair UK’s special jewelry edition. “The way they accentuate the jawline, elongate the face and add a touch of flamboyance to a look is clearly a timeless expression of confidence, femininity and sartorial savvy.”
Throughout the ages, there have been countless decorative variations of hoop earrings. While the style can be found in just about every era, it was far more popular in some periods than others. Certain looks from yesteryear reflect cultural interests, while others are purely glamourous.
On 1stDibs, shop vintage diamond hoop earrings, gold hoop earrings, contemporary hoops and many more varieties of this wildly popular accessory.
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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The classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.