Emerald and Diamond Ava Earrings
By Barbara Harris Water Jewels
Located in London, GB
Emerald and Diamond Ava Earrings Emerald cut Diamond studs set in 18k White Gold with four Emerald cut drops, two in Diamond and two in Emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald & Opal & Diamond Earring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Gross Weight: 18.320 gms Gold Weight: 15.288 gms Gold Purity: 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: 2.33 cts Emerald Weight: 8.11 cts Opal Weight: 4.72 cts Follow us on insta (divinejewell...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
4.13 Carat Emerald and Diamond Dangle Cocktail Earring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Vibrant 4.13 carat of Colombian emerald with 1.65 carat of F color VS clarity round white brilliant diamonds are studded in this classic dangle earring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$4,522Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, these elegant earrings feature vibrant oval emeralds framed by a sparkling diamond cluster that g...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-58x24 MM Gold Weight(Gms)-.78 Silver Weight-12.3 Diamond Wt(Cts)-1.62 Turquoise Wt(Cts)-21.8 Emerald-1.44 Sapphire-1.98
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Emerald Old Cut Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
The emeralds are set in bezels and framed by bright white and clean diamonds. Majority of the diamonds are old European cut stones with a few old miners and transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Italian 1980s Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Firenze, FI
The diamonds add remarkable brilliance and depth, enhancing the overall luminosity of the design.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$712Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 1.28 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald and Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 1.28 TCW Certified $3,490 211342 These Emerald and diamond stud earrings have been Certified, Inspected, and App...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Earring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Approx. ❋ Gemstone Color : As Shown In Picture ❋ Gemstone Type : Natural ❋ Diamond Weight : 1.14 Cts. Approx. ❋ Diamond Shape : Round Cut ❋ Diamond Type : Natural METAL DETAILS : =...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 2.84 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 2.74 Carats Diamond: 0.10 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 14 x 8 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 0.66 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 0.58 Carats Diamond: 0.08 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 23 x 8 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 2.68 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 2.54 Carats Diamond: 0.14 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 21 x 8 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Seduttori Diamond, Sapphire & Emerald Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exuding irresistible magnetism and timeless charisma, these Serpenti earrings unite dazzling pavé diamonds and blue sapphires with vivid emerald eyes, reflecting superior craftsmansh...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Spiral Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The flowing spiral motif creates movement and visual interest, while the contrast between the bright diamonds and rich green emeralds adds depth and elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,660 / item
Emerald & Diamond Studs in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
The Emerald-Diamond Studs are a timeless blend of opulence and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Aletto Brothers Diamond and Emerald Earrings
By Aletto Brothers
Located in New York, NY
Material: Yellow Gold Hallmark: Ct.1.44 USA Aletto Bros 6.20 750 Gemstone: 6 CT 20 of Emerald and 1CT 44 of Diamond Diamond Color: E-F Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Total Weight: 40.5 gr...
Diamond, Emerald
$1,432Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 1.9 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Gold 1.9 TCW Certified $4,950 211344 Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls!
Diamond, Emerald, 14k 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
Natural Zambian Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 0.88 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 0.78 Carats Diamond: 0.10 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 8 x 6 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Zambian Emerald Earrings with Diamonds and 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
this is stunning natural Zambian Emerald earrings . emerald is of very high quality and diamonds are of very good clarity ( vsi ) and ( g) colour emeralds: 10.18 cts diamond : 1.43 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Zambian Emerald Earrings with Diamonds and 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
this is an elegant natural Zambian Emerald earrings with vsi clarity diamonds and G colour. the emeralds are of very high quality.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$2,002Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Drop Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds weighing approximately 0.25 carats add a subtle touch of radiance, enhancing the vivid green gemstones without overpowering their natural beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Studio Rêves Imperial Emerald, Diamond and Pearl Tassel Earrings in 18K Gold
By Studio Rêves
Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra
Featuring 0.54 carats oval emeralds, 2.34 carats pear diamonds, 6.91 carats pear and round rosecut diamonds, 0.10 carats round brilliant-cut diamonds, and 117.300 carats pearl tassels.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
14KT yellow gold Diamond & Emerald hoop earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
The elements are finished by hand, emeralds are top quality and diamonds are VS clarity and F color. These are just lovely and very rare to find!
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond Emerald Rose Gold Ring , 1890s
Located in Firenze, FI
Georgian Unique Earring with a green Emerald center ( Colombian / 1.60 carat approximately ) , decorated with rose-cut diamonds, set in 14k Rose gold . Circa 1890.
Diamond, Emerald, Rose Gold
Diamond Drop Earrings 18K White Gold 1.70 Carat
By Eze Jewelry
Located in Bucharest, Romania
Australian pearl and diamond drop earrings crafted in 18K white gold, featuring a stunning pair of 13mm perfectly round pearls of exceptional quality.
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Natural Emerald 1.58cts & Diamond 0.46cts Earring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Metal: 14k Gold EMERALD: 1.58cts Diamond: 0.46cts Follow us on insta(divinejewellerylounge) Code: L
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald 0.42cts & Diamond 0.68cts Earring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Metal: 14k Gold EMERALD: 0.42cts Diamond: 0.68cts Follow us on insta(divinejewellerylounge) Code: L
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald 0.66cts & Diamond 0.62cts Earring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Metal: 14k Gold EMERALD: 0.66cts Diamond: 0.62cts Follow us on insta(divinejewellerylounge) Code: L
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald 0.28cts & Diamond 0.19cts Earring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Metal: 14k Gold EMERALD: 0.28cts Diamond: 0.19cts Follow us on insta(divinejewellerylounge) Code: L
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 1.32 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 1.28 Carats Diamond: 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: 15 x 7 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald 0.5cts & Diamond 0.12cts Earring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Metal: 14k Gold EMERALD: 0.5cts DIAMOND: 0.12cts Follow us on insta(divinejewellerylounge) Code: L
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Flower Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
These brilliant emerald and diamond flower earrings are made in 14k yellow gold and look like they came from an enchanted green forest.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou Sunflower Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Discover the Nina Zhou Sunflower Emerald and Diamond Earrings, a radiant tribute to nature's beauty and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Yellow Gold 1.09 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald Diamond Earrings 14k Yellow Gold 1.09 TCW Certified $2,490 018697 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 2.24 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 2.18 Carats Diamond: 0.06 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 18 x 7 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Earrings With Diamonds 1.2 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 1.00 Carats Diamond: 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 11 x 11 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Huggie Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These 14KT yellow gold emerald and diamond huggie earrings feature pear cut emeralds totaling 0.65 carats, accented by 0.17 carats total weight of round cut diamonds along the front ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Emerald Drop Earrings
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold, Diamond & Emerald Drop Earrings Description: Features diamond encrusted accent Pear shape emerald studs Omega back closure Set in 18k white gold Length of drop: 2.5"...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Beauvince Amelia Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Gemstones Type: Emerald Gemstones Shape: Rectangular Diamonds Weight: 23.36 ct Gemstones Type: Ruby Gemstones Shape: Pear Shape Diamonds Weight: 1.33 ct Diamonds Shapes: Round Tota...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,100 / item
Emerald Hoop Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size 34X30MM Gold Weight(Gms)-1.85 Silver Weight-8.64 Diamond Wt(Cts)-.90 Emerald Wt(Cts)-2.38
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$4,200 / item
Turquoise Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-65x12 MM Gold Weight(Gms)-.87 Silver Weight-6.64 Diamond Wt(Cts)-.79 Turquoise Wt(Cts)-16.52 Emerald -.38 Tsavorite - .70
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Piaget Earrings Emerald 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamonds Earrings
By Piaget
Located in Paris, FR
PIAGET 18 Carat yellow Gold Diamonds and Emerald Earrings. Piaget Pentagonal shaped Earrings composed of Diamond Pavements separated by Emerald Spacers calibrated Baguette Size Set w...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,660Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold These earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and feature emerald-cut emeralds framed by round diamond halos.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,432Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Diamond Earring 14k White Gold 2.13 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finely Faceted Quality Emerald Diamond Earring 14 KT 2.13 TCW Certified $4,950 017932 This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.07ct Natural Emerald & 0.93ct Diamond Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS DIAMOND: 0.93CTS EMERALD: 3.07CTS N. WT: 5.42 GRAMS G.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald 2.55ct & Diamond 0.85ct Stud Earrings in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS DIAMOND: 0.85CTS EMERALD: 2.55CTS N. WT: 4.63 gms G.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Dangle Earring Snake Serpent Silver Chakra Rainbow White Diamond Sapphire
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The serpent bodies are set with seven gemstones to represent a chakra alignment: white diamond, tanzanite, blue sapphire, emerald, yellow sapphire, and ruby.
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Diamon...
Bulgari Multi Gem Cabochon and Diamond Floral Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the petals are edged with brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a bold yet elegant composition.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
6.03 Carat Total Weight Fancy Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings, GIA Certified
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable pair of natural Fancy Yellow diamond stud earrings featuring two exceptionally matched Cut-Cornered Rectangular Modified Brilliant diamonds totaling 6.03 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18KT White Gold Emerald and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant emerald and diamond pairing that works equally well for everyday wear and for occasions.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$32,681Sale Price / item|25% Off
9.00 Cts Zambian Emeralds & 3.50 Cts Diamonds 18k Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with lustrous Zambian Emeralds of 9,00 carats , in perfect oval shape , and dazzling Diamonds of 3,50 carats, very sparkly ! * Meaning & As...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings GIA Jewelry Report Certified
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings GIA Certified GIA Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Dangle Earrings Art Deco Style Elegant platinum drop earrings containing two ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Turquoise Cabochon Earrings with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Dallas, TX
14k yellow gold Approx. 0.96ctw round diamonds Approx. 0.48ctw round emerald 12x10mm oval cabochon, 17x19mm total size Made to order.
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique 14k gold earrings, each set with approx. 0.43ct Colombian emerald ( stones measure approx. 5.5 x 4.5 x 2.5mm), surrounded with approx. 0.40ctw in diamonds. Earrings a...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 18k White Gold 1.96 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These Magnificent Natural Finely Faceted Quality Emerald and White Diamond Halo Earrings are a luxurious addition to any fine jewelry collection.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Colombian Pear Emerald & Diamond Earrings, Gübelin Certified
Located in New York, NY
The emeralds weigh 15.45 ct and 12.76 ct, both cut in elegant modified brilliant pear shapes, and set within a cascading array of 7.67 carats of white diamonds. The design incorporat...
Diamond, Emerald
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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