14K Yellow Gold Emerald Oval Stud Earrings with Diamond Halo
Located in Sewickley, PA
The diamond halos add exceptional brilliance and sophistication, while the compact stud style makes these earrings versatile enough for both everyday luxury and special occasions.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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Diamond and Green Emerald drop Earrings
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Adorn your ears with the captivating allure of these drop earrings, featuring vibrant green emeralds .The rich color and elegant pear shape of these emeralds, totaling 9.31 carats, a...
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
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
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Stud Earrings, 0.79 Ct
Located in jaipur, IN
Details: 14K Gold Gemstone : Genuine Emerald Stone Shape : Oval Stone Size : 6x4 mm Stone Weight : 0.79 Ct Approx Diamonds Size : 1.5 mm Diamonds Weight : 0.40 Cts FOLLOW US...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold
Vintage Signed Cartier Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Button Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The surrounding asymmetrical diamond halo, featuring approximately 60 oval diamonds with F-G color and VS clarity, enhances the emeralds, creating a captivating interplay of light.
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Flower Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Flower Earrings These vintage Bulgari earrings are full of bold color and classic charm.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,900 / item
25.95 Carat Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is set in 25.95 carats emerald and 1.4 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$5,300 / item
Emerald Rutilated Quartz Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is set with 25.65 carats rutilated quartz, 1.65 carats emerald and 1.41 carats diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Art Deco Style Diamond Earrings
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The 0.70ct center diamonds are bright white, completely eye clean, and stunningly vibrant.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Coral, Emerald, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.03 ct Emeralds and Rubies 0.65 ct Black Agate 2.10 gr Coral 1.40 gr Total Weight 9.70 gr RF *UGHE (F140) For any information, feel free to contact the seller through th...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$4,500 / item
Cameo Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-26X26 MM Total Weight-16.706 Gold Weight(Gms)-3.37 Silver Weight(Gms)-9.88 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.98 Emerald Wt(Cts)-2.1 Cameo Wt(Cts)-14.2
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Garnets, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Fly Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Particular fly shape earrings in 9kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with an emerald on the head; the body is mounted with a garnet and the wings are studded with diamonds. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$972Sale Price|20% Off
Dangle Diamond Emerald Yellow 14k Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 14K Earrings (Same Model with Ruby and Blue Sapphire Available) Diamond 56-0,18 ct Emerald 2-0,62 ct Weight 2,52 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 14K Gold, India, New Design
Located in jaipur, IN
Gold Purity: 14K Solid Gold • Diamond 100% Genuine Diamond • Diamond Weight: 0.16 ct
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Emerald 20.25ct & Diamond 7.05ct Earrings
Located in jaipur, IN
GW= 30.880gm NW= 24.740gm POLKI DIAMOND= 3.40cts DIAMOND= 7.05cts EMERALD= 20.25cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage diamond cabochon cut emerald 14k yellow gold cocktail earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These beautiful vintage diamond and emerald cocktail earrings are a bold 1970’s design, featuring 20 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.00 carats in total.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond 14K White Gold Dangling Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The vibrant green gemstones are beautifully complemented by sparkling white diamonds totaling 1.02 carats, adding an extra touch of sophistication and glamour.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Oscar Heyman 1950 Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Ear-Clip Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as fanning ribbon scrolls centering emerald cut emeralds prong set in baskets Featuring elongated emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 2.65 carat total Natural Colomb...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Hoops
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond, sapphire, ruby and emerald hoop earclip earrings in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$798Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k White Gold These stud earrings are crafted in 14k white gold and feature round green emerald centers framed by halos of round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,360 / item
Blue Sapphire Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-15X14 MM Total Weight-3.536 Gold Weight(Gms)-1.505 Silver Weight(Gms)-1.943 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.28 Blue Sapphire Wt(Cts)-0.16
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
3.50 Carat Pear-Shaped Emeralds & Diamonds Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with 4 Pear-Shaped Emeralds weighing a total of approximately 3.50 carats, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.06 carats...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
RUCHI Pear Shaped Emerald & Brilliant Brown Diamond Statement Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Emerald: 14.46ct total weight. Diamonds: 9.70ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold...
$22,000 / set
21.33 Carats Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This pair of emerald and diamond earrings is a truly special piece, blending classic elegance with a striking, modern design.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Emerald and White Diamond Pear Shape Dangle Earrings in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 12.34 ct. of emerald pear shapes and 8.11 ct. of good quality white and bright diamond pears and rounds. Handmade in platinum.
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Earrings In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Specifications Emerald Weight: 11.87 carats (Marquise and Round cuts) Diamond Weight: 4.97 carats (Total Weight) Gold Weight: 11.2 grams (14Kt Yellow Gold) Silver Weight: 29.23 grams...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Midcentury Platinum Diamond Emerald Night & Day Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Set with 7.15 x 7mm emeralds, surrounded with approx. 8 carats in VS-SI1/H diamonds. Earrings are 60mm long with the drops and 15mm x 25mm long without them.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18kt Yellow Gold Diamond & Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
These 18 karat yellow gold drop estate earrings feature a pair of fine emerald cut emeralds weighing a total of 1.10 carats bezel set and surrounded by approximately 1.00 carats of f...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,776Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion Emerald Tsavorite Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 14K Earrings Diamond 28-RND-0,09-G/VS1A Emerald 2-0,95ct Tsavorite 92-0,74ct Weight 4.33 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a G...
Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
1980s Emerald & Diamond Drop 18K White Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant pair of emerald and diamond cluster drop earrings, crafted in luminous 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold 2.84 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold 2.84 TCW Certified $8,950 215407 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, "I Love you" more than Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold 2.74 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold 2.74 TCW Certified $6,950 215406 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, "I Love you" more than Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$11,704Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Additional round cabochon emeralds create a bold outer border, accented by round diamonds totaling approximately .80ctw for added brightness and contrast.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal, Emerald and Diamond Chandelier Dangle Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
The opals total 1.96 carats, the emeralds total 5.32 carats and the diamonds total 3.72 carats. Stunning. The fine jewelry collection is sourced, designed or created by Deborah Loc...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sterling Silver
Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Flower Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with emeralds and, between of them, diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 silver in a ...
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Diamond and Detachable Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
There are 16 baguette diamonds and 70 round diamonds that weigh about 3.00 carats; they are G-H color and VS clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.00 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Earrings Amazing looking piece!
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Emerald & Diamond Convertible Clip-on Earrings
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Famously worn by actress Jean Smart at the 2025 Tony Awards, this exquisite pair features a breathtaking cascade of 24 pear-shaped emeralds totaling 7.28 carats, interspersed with 22...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Certified 11.69 Carat Colombian Emerald & Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Complementing the radiant-cut diamonds are two lozenge-cut diamonds and numerous round-cut diamonds, which together create a stunning, cohesive design.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,202Sale Price|25% Off
Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold "Snake" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.55 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.64 Carats of White Modern Round Cut Emeralds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The earrings are adorned with 2 diamond slices which have been rose-cut, totaling 5.30 carats, along with 1.20 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds adding a brilliant sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zambian Emerald 14k White Gold Diamond Wedding Drop Earrings Jewelry Art Deco
Located in Jaipur, IN
These 14k white gold diamond-and-emerald drop earrings combine rich color with a sophisticated, vintage-inspired silhouette.
White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k and Platinum Diamond and Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18k Diamond & Emerald Day/Night Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Diamond & Emerald Dangle Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
These platinum stunners feature two extremely fine natural princess cut diamonds graded at G-VS and weighing 1.46cttw set between rows of perfectly matched vibrant green emeralds we...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.95 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Earrings
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
These estate earrings from our contemporary estate collection centers on a 0.95-carat diamond in a round brilliant cut for lively, classic sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
11.69 Carats Emerald and White Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
24 Emerald Gemstones: 9.23 Carats 108 White Diamonds: 2.46 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 20.59 Grams
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified Emerald Stud Earrings Diamond Halo 4.49 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the IGI Laboratory Report #557223218 All Gemstones are Natural Emerald = 3.93 Carats Diamond = 0.56 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Dimensions: 12.4 x 10.6 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Earrings 18k White Gold 3.8 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
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
6.00 Ct Sapphires Emeralds Rubies 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with lustrous Sapphires , Rubies and Emeralds of 6,00 carats , vibrant colors , in perfect shape , and dazzling Diamonds of 2,20 carats , F-G color...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$532Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Round diamonds form a halo around each emerald, totaling approximately 0.16 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15.37 Carats Emerald and White Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
38 Emerald Gemstones: 14.78 Carats 84 White Diamonds: 0.59 Carat Metal: 18K White Gold, 4.70 Grams
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Emerald And Diamond Flower Studs
Located in Great Neck, NY
At the center of each flower are 2 round diamonds with a total diamond weight of 0.02 carats, adding a subtle touch of sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Natural 0.72CTS Emerald & 0.28CTS Diamond Earring in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS EMERALD: 0.72 CTS DIAMOND: 0.28 CTS 14K WHITE GOLD GROSS WEIGHT: 1.56 GRAMS NET WEIGHT: 1.36 GRAMS CODE: K FOLLOW Monalisa Jewelry Inc.'
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 0.60tcw Emerald and Diamond Ear Jacket
Located in New York, NY
The emeralds bring rich green color and timeless elegance, while the diamond accents add a subtle touch of brilliance that enhances the design without overwhelming it.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Jādora】Golden Radiance Burmese Jadeite Emerald Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
The glowing golden jadeite is elegantly paired with a brilliant 0.40ct emerald, adding a refreshing green contrast, while 0.27ct of natural diamonds set in platinum create a refined ...
Diamond, Jade, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Stud Earrings In 18 Karat Gold.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Emerald : 0.74 carats Diamonds : 0.14 carats Metal : 18 karat Gold weight : 3 grams
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
15 Carat Emerald Diamond Chandelier Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exude timeless elegance with these magnificent chandelier earrings, featuring approximately 15 carats of vibrant pear-cut emeralds and 1.5 carats of scintillating diamonds. These vin...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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