$90,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 31.09ctt Emerald & Diamond Drop Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful Brazilian emerald drop with natural mixed shape diamonds grand drop necklace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$85,200Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 29.77ctt Emerald & Diamond Drop Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful Brazilian emerald drop with natural marquise diamonds grand drop necklace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.80tcw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cluster Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Vintage
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite Colombian emerald and diamond pendant. Set in 14K yellow gold, brilliant round diamonds accent the center of this piece with a floating halo of natural emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Necklace With 3.16 Carat Minor Oil Emerald & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Pendant Necklace - Metal: Platinum 950 - Weight: 18.75 Grams - Style: Art Deco - Setting: Prong - Size: 16 Inches - Pendant Size: 4.9 x 2.8 CM _________________...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Emerald & Diamond Brooch Pendant Set, 9k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These emerald and diamond earrings for non-pierced ears secure to the reverse with screw fit fastenings.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vivid Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Architectural Pendant, 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An architectural style pendant reminiscent of the Manhattan skyline featuring a bold vivid green Colombian emerald held in a contrasting geometric border of glittering white diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Pendant – 18ct Yellow Gold Halo Design
Located in London, GB
A refined emerald and diamond pendant crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, featuring a rich oval cabochon-cut natural emerald at the centre.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Necklace with 13.00 CTW in Emerald & Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
The 18K white gold and platinum show light, age-appropriate wear consistent with normal use, with no structural issues noted. The emerald and diamonds are securely set and present be...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14K Gold Zambian Emerald & Diamond Sunburst Medallion Pendant 1.21 Ct
Located in Jaipur, IN
This Zambian Emerald and Diamond Sunburst Medallion Pendant in 14K solid two-tone gold is one of those pieces.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$118,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 40.92ctt Emerald & Diamond Drop Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful natural Brazilian emerald drop with natural asscher cut diamonds grand necklace.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.04 Octagonal Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant pendant showcases a mesmerizing natural octagonal cut emerald in a rich green hue, measuring 4.04 carats, beautifully encircled by a striking halo of diamonds totaling 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace - 14k Round .82ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Tot...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade 1.98ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Surrounding the emerald is a radiant halo of diamonds set in platinum, adding brilliance and dimension to the design.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Platinum 1.67ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant – GRS Certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Specifications Metal: Platinum Total Weight: 11.77 grams Pendant Length / Chain Length: 40 cm Center Stone: Colombian Emerald (Muzo origin) Emerald Weight: 1.67 carats Treatmen...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
IGI Certified 30.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Emerald and Diamonds pendant. A piece that exudes timeless elegance and luxurious sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1960s Boucheron Paris Emerald Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooch Pin
By BUCHERON
Located in Miami, FL
Exuding elegance and astonishing glitter, this invaluable piece exposes 2 genuine green emerald gems approx. 2.50 carats, 244 genuine round cut diamonds approx: 19.52 carats, graded ...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
2.67 Carat Green Emerald & Diamond Pendant In 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The emerald is gracefully encircled by 35 round diamonds, totaling 0.40 carats, which add a touch of shimmering brilliance and contrast to the rich green gemstone.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.79 Carat Emerald Shape Green Emerald & Diamond Pendants In 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Surrounding the magnificent emerald are 44 round diamonds, totaling 0.59 carats in weight.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with 59ct Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18K gold with 9 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds, spectacular color , in perfect pear cabochon cut , of 59,00 carats, and dazzling Natural Diamonds of 14,00 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Oval Cluster Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A refined blend of timeless elegance and contemporary styling, this necklace is crafted in premium 18K white gold and adorned with natural Zambian emeralds and brilliant natural diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
80 Carats Bespoke Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace custom-designed necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Bespoke Emerald & Diamond Necklace custom-designed necklace This extraordinary piece will feature: 60 carats of Colombian emeralds, hand-selected for their vibrant green hue ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 5.50 Carats Zambian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Pendant come in 18k gold with natural Zambian Emeralds of 5,50 carats , fine quality, and natural diamonds of 1,73 carats, F-G /VS, top quality.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified .35 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Suspended from a classic yellow gold setting, the emerald is beautifully showcased with a double halo of round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.60 carat emerald diamond 14k white gold platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Complementing the emerald are three round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.15 carat, graded I color and SI clarity, adding a refined touch of sparkle that enhances the...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. in total) Center Gemstone Type: Emerald Shape: Round Size: 2.7 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.09 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Round Average Color:...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Pearl Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Multi Strand Torsade Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k yellow gold torsade necklace by Cartier, featuring 11 strands of pearls with emerald cabochon spacers. Clasp and one more gold pendant adorned with a total of 1.50ctw G/V...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace 16.75" in 14k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Emerald and Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace in 14k White Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace features graduating Natural Round Faceted Emeralds alternating with Natural Round Brillian...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.18 Carats Emerald & Diamond Double Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace, showcasing a 1.18 carats emerald cut emerald, set on an eight prong setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold GIA Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent and truly jaw dropping pendant that is crafted from solid 14k white gold that carries a gorgeous, GIA certified, natural emerald stone surround...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Steven Battelle 2.2 Carats Cabochon Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A juicy 7 x 9 mm oval cabochon Zambian emerald rests in an artisan crafted 18K gold bezel surrounded by 1.9 mm VS1 diamonds affixed with double "jawan" granulation sparkling at the c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 9.0 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
The bail is similarly decorated with spiral wire and an accent diamond. All in all, a well balanced design showcasing this impressively large emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.63ct Natural Emerald Diamonds Necklace 14kt gold 11253
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural emerald necklace 4.63ct. Natural emerald & 2.76ct diamonds necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry C.Dunaigre Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Complementing the vivid green emeralds are dazzling diamonds totaling 12.82 carats, estimated to be of G-H color and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18K Gold Emerald & Diamond Parure by Nikabell, 2026
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18k gold with natural emeralds from Zambia, fine quality, in cabochon cut , of 91 carats, and dazzling natural diamonds of 8,50 ct , F - G color and VS clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
14k Rose Gold & Silver Pendant Necklace with Emeralds & Diamonds, 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with emerald and old mine cut diamonds. 0.50ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description the necklace is 50 cm lon...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18K Gold Necklace with 41ct Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds by Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18k gold with 11 pieces of natural Zambian Emeralds of 41 carats , spectacul vibrant green color, and dazzling natural diamonds in round brilliant and baguettes cut,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$19,880Sale Price|20% Off
Rachel Koen Green Colombian Emerald Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds are G-H color and VS1-VS2 clarity. Cherry-picked oval cut green Colombian emerald beryl that glistens from the center is enhanced by pave set round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18kt White Gold Strawberry Pendant Necklace 5.27ct Emerald Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Antwerp, BE
It is fully encrusted with pink sapphires, lush green emeralds, and brilliant-cut diamonds together ca. 5.27 cts, creating an exceptional play of color and light.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 3 Carat Emerald & Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
3 carat natural emerald pendant with diamond halo in 14K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 6.2 Carats Brazilian Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An exquisite 10 x 16 mm triangular faceted emerald from the Itabira mines in Minas Gerais, Brazil is mounted within a triple layer "line texture" artisanally crafted 18K gold mount, ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Green Stone, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearl, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with an heart-shape green stone in the central part surrounded by diamonds and emeralds. As pendant, a pearl. The chain i...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1984 18K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Necklace, 42 ct Total
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Design & Era Stones: Vibrant emeralds paired with dazzling diamonds, expertly cut and set to maximize brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
1.03tcw Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Necklace Light Medium Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
A dazzling diamond halo of dainty brilliant round-cut diamonds complements the emerald's allure, while the 14k gold craftsmanship ensures both beauty and durability.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Emma Chapman Artisan Emerald Diamond Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold, Europe
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This is a timeless one-of-a-kind emerald and diamond pendant. It features a large cabochon emerald into which we have hand-carved floral motifs.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 75.50 Carats Zambian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Parure
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
So stunning and elegant Art Deco design necklace in 18k gold and authentic onyx with natural Zambia emeralds cabochon cut of 75,50 carats ,fine quality, and natural diamonds round br...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cameo, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central cameo surrounded by diamonds, sapphires and emeralds. As pendant, a pearl.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2.95tcw Pirate Boat - Sailboat With Colombian Emerald & Diamond Anchor 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
*Pendant Only* Setting Style: Prong-Bezel Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Metal Weight: 6.4 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Stone Count: 3 Total Carat Weight: 2.75-C...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Cameo, Pearl, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central cameo surrounded by a frame of diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The chain is not included.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14k White Gold Emerald & Diamond Flower Pendant w/ Adjustable Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Emerald - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Bright Green - 0.75ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old English Cut - Prong Set - H Color - V...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Artisan 18K White Gold Coral Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace, Italy
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Necklace total weight 44.60 grams Coral weight 18 grams Diamonds weight 1 karat Emerald weight 2 karat Chain length 45 cm
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$260,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified Minor Oil 19 Ct. Green Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
The necklace decorated with marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant set with a cushion-shaped emerald weighing 19 carats within a brilliant-cut di...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,650Sale Price / item|20% Off
Three Stone Emerald Diamond Pendant in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.33 Carat Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald, Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Centering a 1.33 Carat Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald, accented and framed by 0.48 Carats of Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds, and set in 18K Yellow Gold– also a part of a lovely Emerald ...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.97ct 14K Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant Dark Green Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing a breathtaking emerald and diamond pendant featuring a magnificent 6.77-carat asscher-cut emerald.
Emerald, 14k Gold
9.6 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Herringbone Style 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
The centerpiece features meticulously arranged emeralds totaling 9.6 carats, accented with 0.85 carats of dazzling diamonds for added brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amwaj Jewellery 18 Karat White Gold Pendant with Emerald Diamond
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This exquisite 18 karat white gold pendant by Amwaj jewellery features a carat diamond, showcasing the architectural beauty of an emerald cut, set upon a delicate and sleek white gol...
Diamond, White Gold
Coral, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.07 ct Emeralds 0.20 ct Coral 16.40 gr Total Weight 18.80 gr RF *GCEI RK.AGFA108 For any information, feel free to contact the seller through the message center.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose 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.
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.