Certified 7.82 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Cluster Earrings in 18K
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A simple and fashionable pair of Certified earrings showcasing a cluster of pear shape diamonds surrounding emerald-cut Emerald halfway, set in a beautiful design made in 18k white g...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
18k Gold Circa 1990s Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Emerald Hoop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 18k Gold Circa 1990s Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Emerald Hoop Earring In very good condition.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Earrings with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds up to 5.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold drop earrings set with emerald trot. 3.60ct and brilliant-cut diamonds to. 5.00ct - F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the drop are 3.8 cm long by 1...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
Earrings with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds up to 4.20ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with emerald up to 3.00ct and brilliant-cut diamond up to 4.20ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the earring are 3.5 cm long by 1....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3.16 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and 1.20 Carat Marquise Diamond 18k Earrings
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A gorgeous set of Emerald and Diamond earrings! The Emeralds are set in four prongs, with a single row of diagonally set marquise Diamonds surrounding. There are two Emeralds with ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.07tcw Colombian Emerald Round Cut & Diamond Accent Earrings 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stylish pair of unique emerald and diamond earrings. Showcasing an exquisite halo of all vivid dark green emeralds with stunning characteristics.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$5,920Sale Price|20% Off
12.57 carats, Zambian Emeralds & Rose Cut Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style Emerald Chandelier Dangle Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco Drop Earrings Platinum Diamond Emerald Cushion Cut Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Impressive Art Deco drop earrings, made of platinum, featuring diamonds and cushion cut emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Emerald Cut Alexandrite and Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Emerald Cut Alexandrite and Diamond Gold Vintage Stud Earrings.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
1.02 Carats Total Emerald Cut Green Emerald & Round Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Both earrings showcase a very fine emerald cut green emerald weighing 1.02 carats total, set in a classic four-prong setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Diamond, Colombian Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Diamond, Colombian Emerald Earrings. A pair of platinum earrings, set with diamonds and six Colombian emeralds. Measures approx. 2″ in length by 0.87″ in width; gross weight...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,450 / item
Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handmade from 14-karat gold & sterling silver, these beautiful earrings are set with 0.3 carats emerald in center and .68 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to vi...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Emerald Cut Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Timeless elegance meets vibrant charm in these striking stud earrings. At the center, a radiant emerald-cut diamond steals the spotlight, framed by a vivid halo of precision-cut Fren...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
14K Gold Vintage-Style Emerald and Rose-Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Exude timeless elegance with these magnificent double-drop earrings, masterfully crafted in 14K gold. This exquisite pair features substantial, vibrant green natural emeralds totalin...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Emerald Cut Linea Earrings (3.60 ct Diamonds) in Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Emerald Cut Total Diamonds Weight: 3.60 ct Diamonds Color: G - H Diamonds Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included) Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Metal Wt: 4 gms Setting: Pron...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14.84 Carats Total Mixed Cut Emerald and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A delicate and exquisite pair of chandelier earrings showcasing 5.92 carats total of 18 oval cut and 1 pear shape color-rich green emeralds, set in an elegant dangling waterfall desi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.51 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Antique Style Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these earrings are set with .40 carats emerald and 4.51 carats of rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$666Sale Price|40% Off
Blue Topaz Diamond Earrings 10K White Gold Emerald Cut 6x4.1mm
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Add a touch of sophistication to your collection with these stunning Topaz and Diamond Earrings, crafted in 10kt White Gold. Featuring 6x4.1mm emerald cut Swiss blue topaz as the cen...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 10k Gold, White Gold
$5,500 / item
Emerald Turquoise Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold & sterling silver, these beautiful earrings are set with 4.5 carats emerald, 15.02 carats Turquoise and 1.05 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW ME...
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Style 6.11 Carat Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
They have a chandelier-style silhouette that's encrusted with 6.11 carats emeralds and 4.04 carats rose cut diamonds with blackened finish.
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Carved Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set in 26.6 carats carved emerald and 1.36 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS s...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
25.70tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Cushion Cut & Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
Large cushion cut Colombian emerald and diamond accent dangling earrings in fine 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Stud Earrings with Diamond Halos in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Radiating timeless elegance, these exquisite stud earrings feature vibrant Colombian emeralds, celebrated for their rich green hue and unparalleled beauty. Each emerald is encircled ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.25 Carat Round Fine Cluster Emerald Stud Earrings in 0.2 Ct Dia Halo ref299
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These round stud earrings feature a cluster center of bright green emeralds (approximate weight 1.25 carats), surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds (approximate weight 0.20 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Two Tone Marquise Cut Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K Two Tone Marquise Cut Diamond and Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.60 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo 18K Two Tone Gold Stud Earring
Located in Miami, FL
A matched pair of emerald cut natural emerald halo stud earrings in 18K two-tone white and yellow gold, featuring a 1.36 carat and 1.24 carat emerald cut emerald per earring set in y...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.1 Carat Clover Cluster Fine Emerald Stud Earrings in 0.25 Ct Dia Halo ref443
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings feature a cluster center of bright green emeralds in the shape of a clover (approximate weight 1.10 carats), surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds (approxi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Halo Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Stud Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond Halo Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Stud Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k 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
0.61 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
The 18k White Gold jewelry boasts Emerald Cut Prong Setting Genuine Emerald (2 pcs) 0.61 Carat, along with Natural Round cut Brown Diamond (52 Pcs) 0.30 Carat, accent stones for a lo...
Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Princess Cut Emerald & Diamond 14 Kt White Gold Dangling Earring
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Emerald & Diamond 14 Kt White Gold Dangling Earring Princess cut Emerald in the Center row Each side of the emerald is a diamond row There are approximately...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Princess‑Cut Emerald Cts 0.19 and Diamond Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These earrings bring that moment to life with two princess‑cut emeralds totaling 0.19 cts, glowing with a deep, velvety hue sourced from their natural origin.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Polki Diamond Emerald Earrings Natural Diamond Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian Polki Diamond emerald Earrings Natural Diamond polki Price listed for pair of Earrings Gemstone: Diamond Closure: Push back A P P R O X T I M E All items ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Emerald Cut Sapphires 1.37ct Earrings Surrounded by 0.33ct of Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A pair of stunning Emerald cut Sapphires are surrounded by 0.33ct F/VS of Diamonds in this beautiful pair of earrings.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
1ct Ruby Emerald Cut Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
By Eze Jewelry
Located in Bucharest, Romania
Ruby Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings in 18K White Gold, featuring vibrant 1.00 carat natural rubies surrounded by elegant emerald-cut white diamonds and a sparkling double halo of ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,000
Emerald & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Earrings 18k gold earrings each set with a central emerald cut emerald surrounded by round and baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Princess Cut Emerald & Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Dangling Earring
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Emerald & Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Dangling Earring Princess cut Emerald in the Center row Each side of the emerald is a diamond row There are approximatel...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,720Sale Price|25% Off
New Made 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Emerald Decorated Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5 grams. Totally is diamond 1.08 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs. Totally is emerald 1.80 carat. Please contact for any qu...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$4,299Sale Price|25% Off
18k Gold New Made Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Emerald Drop Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.85 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.85 ct. The box is not included....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Briolette Emerald and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Briolette Emerald and Diamond Dangle Earrings Yellow and white gold earrings with 5 pear shape diamond tops, suspending a large emerald briolette drop with diamond caps. Approxima...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Classic Aquamarine 14k White Gold Emerald Cut Round-Cut Diamond Accents Earring
Located in New York, NY
Style: Dangle, Gemstone Cut : Emerald-cut Total gemstone weight: 4.63 carats, Diamonds: 114 pcs Diamond cut: Round Diamond weight: 0.48 carat Color: G-H Clarity: I1-I2 Setting: Pave ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Cluster Earrings with Marquise Cut Diamonds 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
At the center of each earring is a richly saturated emerald-cut Zambian emerald totaling 8.31 carats, framed by an intricate arrangement of natural marquise and pear-shaped diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Shield Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Refined elegance makes a memorable statement in Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Shield Earrings. Each diamond is set into a rectangular bezel shield, which i...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$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
Trillion Cut Zambian Emerald Natural Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
These striking earrings showcase the captivating beauty of natural Zambian emeralds framed by a halo of brilliant natural diamonds. Crafted in 14K white gold, the design highlights t...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,200 / item
Turquoise Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set in 16.52 carats turquoise, .38 carats Emerald, .70 carats tsavorite and .79 carats o...
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Earrings with tanzanite, emerald and square cut diamonds up to 3.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold drop earrings set with emerald, tanzanite and square-cut diamonds. 3.00 ct. - F/G - VS/SI detailed description The dimensions of the earring are 4.5 cm long by 1.8...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Trillion Cut Zambian Emerald Natural Diamond Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
These striking earrings showcase the captivating beauty of natural Zambian emeralds framed by a halo of brilliant natural diamonds. Crafted in 18K white gold, the design highlights t...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Emerald Long Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Diamond emerald long drop earrings, made in Italy Square- and round-cut diamonds of 4 carats, square-cut emeralds of 1 carat, 14 karat yellow gold; marked 14k Size: width 0.31 inch...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Stud Earrings with 0.93ct Emerald Cut Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite pair of earrings, crafted in 18K white gold, features a pair of emerald-cut diamonds as their main stones, complemented by an array of side stones.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,911Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Rose Cut Diamonds Dangle Earrings Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.436g,D:9.89ct,SI:18.949g, Emer:5.19ct,
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Brilliant cut diamonds uncut diamond emeralds 18k gold plated silver earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond silver emerald earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- Yellow gold plating Diamond- Natural brilliant cut and uncut diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Silver
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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and 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 between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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