Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Riviera Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Total Weight-4.88 Gold Weight(Gms)-3.226 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.17 Emerald-.35
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with an emerald surrounded by diamonds. The chain is included.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
110 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Necklace, Earring Suite 14 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
110 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Necklace Suite set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold is a stunning piece.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
White Stones Emerald Diamond Dragonfly Brooch or Pendant
Located in Napoli, Campania
Graceful dragonfly embellished of grey and white stones and emeralds on the wings. The body is embellished of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Silver
Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fabulous pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold, set with diamonds and emerald Necklace total weight 13.70 grams Diamonds weight 6.40 karat Emerald weight 2.85karat Chain length 39...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,783Sale Price|20% Off
Impressive Rare Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Cross
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pendant White Gold 14 K Diamond 12-RND 57-0,14-G/SI1A Emerald 5-1,82ct Weight 2.07 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewe...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Glamour Vintage Emeralds Diamonds Earrings Yellow Gold 18K, 1984
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Emerald & Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold 1984 Vintage Glamour Overview A magnificent vintage 18K yellow gold jewelry created in 1984.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Emeralds Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The central piece of the necklace is adorned with high-quality diamonds and emeralds, creating an impressive visual effect.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Trapiche Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Trapiche emeralds are natural forming emeralds found in shale deposits in the famous Colombian mines.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
.75 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Elephant Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Charming Emerald and Diamond gold elephant pendant necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant and Diamond Enhancer Bail
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charm : 18K White Gold 3.9 g Emerald centerstone : 0.51 ct. White DEGVVS Brilliant-cut diamonds : 0.39 ct. pave set small emeralds : 0.17 ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$110,891Sale Price / item|20% Off
40.39 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Collar Necklace 18k Yellow White Dual Tone Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
40.39 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Collar Necklace 18k Yellow White Dual Tone Gold Designed with two distinct but harmonious segments one side showcasing radiant pear-cut natural emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Dangly Emerald Diamond Necklace Solid 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gram Weight: 3.5 grams Pendant Diameter: 0.25" x 0.75" Chain Length: 16" Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone: Emerald Gemstone ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$3,850 / item
Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-31X15 MM Total Weight-4.838 Gold Weight(Gms)-3.104 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.38 Emerald Wt(Cts)-0.21 Opal Wt(Cts)-8.08
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin
Located in New York, NY
Estate Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond & Pearl 18 K Gold Flower Basket Brooch/ pin 18k Yellow gold flower basket brooch, adorned with vivid sapphires Emeralds and rubies, as well as 2...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
GW=110.91gm NW=64.59gm Diamond Polki = 17.29cts Diamond = 6.50cts Pearl = 10.95cts Emerald Beads =79.65cts Emerald Mani =50.31cts Emerald Baguette=12.50cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA ( Div...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
GW=165.83gm NW=64.16gm Diamond Polki = 21.40cts Diamond Rose cut = 11.20cts Diamond = 0.25cts Pearl = 145.93cts Emerald Beads =9.31cts Emerald Mani =46.55cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA ( D...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
6.52cts Colombian Emerald & Diamond Gold Necklace Spectra Fine Jewelry
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Spectra Fine Jewelry emerald and diamond tennis necklace is a true high-jewelry statement, combining vivid Colombian emeralds with an impressive diamond presence and...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
GW= 139.19gm NW=71.63gm Diamond Polki = 14.35cts Diamond Rose cut = 6.76cts Emerald = 19.66cts Pearl = 108.02cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA ( Divinejewellerylounge)
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This exquisite necklace set features a traditional design adorned with uncut diamonds (polki), vibrant green, emerald beads, and pearls, all set in 14k gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning necklace come in 18k gold with lustrous Zambian Emeralds of 14 carats , in perfect shape, vibrant green color, and dazzling Diamonds!
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
33 Carat 18K White Gold Emerald & Diamond Choker Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Alternating vibrant emeralds with sparkling pear-shaped diamonds, the piece delivers timeless glamour with striking visual impact.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 0.41cts Emerald & Diamond 0.23cts Necklace in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
The stones are delicately set in a fine 14k gold frame, highlighting their elegance while adding a touch of luxury to the design. Stone : Emerald Type : Natural Shape : Emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$2,640Sale Price|20% Off
110 Carat Emerald, Diamond and Pearl Beaded Choker Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A very unique, antique looking, 110 carat Emerald (2 pieces) and rose-cut Diamond collar necklace, adorned with pearls.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl
Natural 4cts Emerald & Diamond 0.21cts Necklace in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This charming necklace features a radiant octagon-shaped pendant crafted from four vivid emerald & diamond gemstones, each glowing with rich color and natural brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
25 Carat Vivid Green Oval Emeralds Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Complementing the emeralds are 33 dazzling emerald-cut diamonds, totaling 25 carats, with an H color and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
5.05tcw Vintage Oval Emerald & Diamond Necklace 14K Gold Emerald Anniversary
Located in Jupiter, FL
A vintage, diamond halo surrounds the emerald. The diamonds are gorgeous, single cuts with excellent luster.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold and Platinum Emerald Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1910 Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 22.2 grams Diamond Details: 1.50ct total weight, old mine cut diamonds, natural, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
10K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace 0.12ct 18 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This delicate emerald and diamond necklace is crafted in 10K yellow gold and features a vibrant 6 x 4mm oval cut emerald accented by 0.12 carats total weight of natural round single ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
11.06 Carat Colombian Heart Shape Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
The emerald is framed by a delicate halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, enhancing its brilliance while maintaining full visual focus on the center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace Oval 18 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This delicate emerald and diamond necklace is crafted in 14K white gold and features a vibrant 6x4mm oval cut emerald accented by natural round single cut diamonds totaling 0.02 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$18,000Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Necklace, 7.36ct, USA
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Necklace feature 7.36 total carats of Emerald & 1.13 carats of Diamond. The Necklace is an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminin...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
18.50 Carat Natural Emeralds Diamonds Yard Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
MAGNIFICENT JEWELS Mod Yard Necklace 18.50cts of Natural Pear, Marquise, Emerald Cut, round & Oval Emeralds Yard Station Necklace Clean Clarity & Transparent Pear cut in cen...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
14.23 Carat Natural Emeralds Diamonds Yard Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Mod Yard Necklace 14.23cts of Natural Emerald Cut, round & Oval Emeralds Yard Station Necklace Clean Clarity & Transparent Emerald cut in center: 8.4 x 5.9mm Oval cuts: 8 x 6mm Ro...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified 20.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Zambian Emerald and Diamonds necklace, in an intricate design, so glamour and refined style.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
4.04 Carat Natural Emerald Diamonds Necklace 14 Karat Dangle
Located in New York, NY
4.04ct. Natural emerald & 1.50ct diamonds necklace. Vivid green, excellent luster clean clarity and transparent 10.2 x 8.8mm Diamonds: G-color vs-2 clarity 11.2 grams 14kt whit...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
3ct Emerald & Diamond Pendant Set in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
The emerald is gracefully surrounded by 1.30ct of natural marquise cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Emeralds and Diamonds necklace in particular and refined design, crafted with particular attention on details.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Reversible Emerald & Diamond Cross Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold reversible cross necklace with one side round emeralds weighing 0.21 carat total and on the other side round diamonds weighing 0.40 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,855Sale Price|20% Off
Fashionable Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 14 K Diamond 18-0,2 ct Emerald 3-3,19 ct Emerald 6-3,98 ct Emerald 10-3,19 ct Weight 13,5 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKI...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$8,204Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace Modern Design Certified Emerald Gemstone 1.95ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegant emerald and diamond pendant necklace in 14KT white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace Modern Design Certified Emerald Gemstone 14kt
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning elegant emerald pendant necklace in 14KT white gold with a gentle halo of diamonds on a 18” chain.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18.47cts Colombian Emerald & Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace 14k Raw Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is our most unique, handcrafted yet so simple piece, made of a solid Colombian emerald stone and diamonds. A natural, emerald slab is encrusted by brilliant round diamonds,...
Emerald, 14k Gold
2.40tcw Emerald & Diamond Necklace 14K Gold Pear Emerald Pendant Natural Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
A diamond accent is placed on top of the emerald! This pendant is ideal for everyday use and is the perfect accessory for any outfit. 14K 18'' solid gold chic cable chain included!
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18k gold with 7 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds, in perfect pear cut, extra fine quality, spectacular vivid green, of 20,00 carats, and dazzling pieces of Natural...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18k gold with lustrous of Zambian Emeralds , in perfect pear and oval cut of 36, 00 carats , spectacular green color , and dazzling diamonds in special cut of 2...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3.0tcw 18K Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace Fine Quality Solitaire Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our exquisite Emerald and Diamond Accent Pendant Necklace. The centerpiece is a breathtaking 2.80-carat emerald cut emerald from Zambia, showcasing a luxuriou...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Classic Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace 14K White Gold (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 12-RD-0,08 ct Emerald 1-0,13 ct Weight 1,67 grams Size 45 cm With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditi...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Steven Battelle 7.1 Carats Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A bright green 12 x 21 mm pear shaped faceted Zambian emerald is set in 18K artisan crafted bezel surrounded by round wire and multiple "jawan" granulation with a sparkling 2.5 mm VS...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$212,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 10.40 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Vintage Pendant Description:
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary vintage Colombian emerald and diamond pendant, centered on a magnificent GIA-certified emerald weighing 10.40 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Weight of the emerald : 1.47 carat approximately. Weight of the diamonds: 0.90 carat approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 5.0 Carats Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large 8 x 19 mm triangular faceted emerald is highlighted by a double row line-textured artisanally crafted 18K gold bezel surrounding it, with a 2.5 mm VS1 sparkling diamond wit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Diamond Open Collar Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Italy
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 66.2 Grams Necklace Length: ~15.5" Necklace Width: ~14.7 mm wide Stamped: "18K" "750" "ITALY" Emerald Count...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paraiba Tourmaline Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Furthermore this necklace includes: • Sleeping Beauty Turquoises (size graduating up to 7mm. • Certified (1.67 ct) Paraiba Tourmaline in neon blue green color • finest quality Colom...
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Paraiba, White Gold, 14k Gold
Stone, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearl, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central stone surrounded by a frame of diamonds and emeralds. In the upper part, a flower of diamonds with a cen...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Teddy Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing bear modern pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a bigger bear studded with diamonds on all the body and two emeralds as eyes holding a smaller teddy b...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Pendant - 14k Pear .30ctw Scallop
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Pear Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Cl...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.