Modern 18k White Gold Opal Emerald Diamond Beaded Necklace, 734ct
Located in New York, NY
The design is further elevated with 1.60 carats of sparkling diamonds, all set in an 18k white gold clasp adorned with pavé diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$128,000Sale Price|20% Off
Lotus Certified 10.28 Ct. Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Set with an oval-shaped padparadscha sapphire weighing 10.28 carats, surmounted by a pear-shaped diamond floret, joined to the baguette-cut diamond double-strand necklace terminating...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 18k Gold
Gurhan One-of-a-Kind 24K/22K Gold Emerald & Diamond Necklace
By Gurhan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The Gurhan One-of-a-Kind 24K/22K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace is a remarkable expression of color, craftsmanship, and luxury.
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
Carved Jade Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Leaf Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 23.33 carats of carved Jade, .64 carats emerald, .56 carats sapphire & .96 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.64tcw 14K Colombian Emerald & Diamond Sea Turtle Pendant Necklace Medium Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our captivating Emerald and Diamond Accent Turtle Pendant, a whimsical and vibrant piece that captures the essence of nature's diversity.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$62,868Sale Price / item|20% Off
53.92 Ct Zambian Emerald & Diamond Statement Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Specifications Item Code: SEN-53119 Metal: 18K White Gold Natural Zambian Emerald Weight: 53.92 Carats Natural Diamond Weight: 11.79 Carats Diamond Shapes: Square Cut and Baguette D...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 4.48 Ct 18K White Gold Top Emerald&Diamonds Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 4.48 Ct White Gold Top Emerald&Diamonds Necklace* IGI-certified natural vivid green pear-cutting emerald weighing 4.48 ct set on the 18K white gold art deco design band...
Diamond, Spinel, Padparadscha Sapphire , Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
$733Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage Natural algae green certified Emerald Diamond 925 Silver black Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This piece of beauty comprises of Certified Natural Zambian Emerald studded in 925 Sterling Silver with natural diamonds for subtle look.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Colombian Emerald & Diamond Necklace 24.9 Carat Total, 18K Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The diamonds are bright, white, and clean, creating a rich contrast against the vivid green emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,476Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 1.21 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Sunburst Fluted Medallion Pendant
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
22tcw 18K Gold Regal Emerald & Diamond Choker Necklace Vivid Green Oval Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite Fine Emerald and Diamond Choker Necklace. This regal masterpiece features 26 oval-cut emeralds, each boasting a vivid rich emerald green colo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 17.85 Carat Emerald & Diamond Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A GRS-certified 17.85 carat emerald-cut Zambian emerald with minor oil treatment set in an ornate 14K yellow gold filigree pendant with baguette and round brilliant diamond halo, sus...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Onyx Shell Pendant with Emerald, Diamonds & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Black Onyx Shell Pendant Black Onyx, Zambian Emerald, White Diamonds and 14k Gold By Jen Proudman Jewelry Carved Shell (25mm diameter) with 8x5mm center oval Zambian emerald and t...
$6,864Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Emerald Cut Emerald Pendant Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This necklace features a stunning square-cut emerald, The chain is composed of a continuous line of roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.57tcw Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Accent Two Toned 18" Necklace 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Take a look at this stunning emerald and diamond necklace. The natural, Zambian emerald carries a full 9.67-carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
GIA Certified Platinum 900 Emerald & Diamond Pendant with Platinum 850 Chain
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace Metal Type: 900 Platinum, 850 Platinum Total Item Weight: 6.5 Grams Pendant Dimensions: Length: 17.5 mm x Width: 10.0 mm x Height:...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.18tcw Emerald & Diamond Cross Pendant 14K Gold Mini Crucifix Stacking Charm
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite mini cross pendant is crafted in 14k gold, featuring six round-cut emeralds, each framed by a delicate pavé-set diamond halo.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage Large GIA 17.76ct Oval Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Mesmerizing Green Color - Natural Inclusions few surface reaching - 15.89ct (exact) ** See Certification D...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Gold Pendant by Nikabell with 6.00 Ct Zambian Emerald & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Emerald and Diamonds pendant in an elegant and refined design, crafted with particular attention on all details.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
9.34 Carat Square Emerald & Diamond Fashion Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Finish your look with a touch of elegance wearing this gorgeous pendant. One 9.34 carat emerald cut green Emerald takes center stage is surrounded by 39 round brilliant cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1.26 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
1.26 carat emerald cut natural emerald set in a four-prong yellow gold basket within a rectangular round brilliant diamond halo in 18K white gold, suspended from a polished white gol...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Platinum GIA 1.01ct G VS2 Emerald Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Elongated Emerald Cut - Prong Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity - 1.01ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** Total Carat Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
23.06tcw AAA+ Top Grade Emerald & Diamond Sleek Statement Necklace Gold 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is an investment quality, vivid Muzo green Colombian emerald and diamond statement necklace. An extraordinary 3.85 carat, earth-mined emerald weighs 3.85 carats and is beze...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 41.43 Ct. TW Emerald & Diamond Chain Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This white gold chain necklace features a structured design set with 34 natural green emeralds. - Crafted in 18K white gold weighing 50.30 grams - Showcases 34 emerald-cut main sto...
Emerald, 18k Gold
3.75 Carat Square Emerald Shape Green Emerald & Diamond Pendants In 18k White Go
Located in Chicago, IL
Accentuating the stunning emerald are 34 baguette-cut diamonds, totaling 1.2 carats in weight.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 ct Natural Emerald & Diamond Necklace set in 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Interspersed between the emeralds are natural round-cut diamonds, totaling 0.25 carats, with a G/H color grade and I1 clarity, adding a subtle sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
SOL Necklace: Lapis with Emerald, Diamonds and 14k Gold, 16-18"
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
SOL Necklace By Jen Proudman Jewelry *Lapis SOL Pendant (approx 25x20mm) with center emerald and diamond sun rays *8mm Lapis smooth rondelle beads *Wear 16-18” with the 2” 14k go...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
$7,891Sale Price / item|20% Off
Choker White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 2.21 Cts/142 Pcs Emerald 2.28 Cts/3 Pcs
White Gold
$8,175Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stylish White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 1.98 Cts/147 Pcs Emerald 4.56 Cts/1 Pcs
White Gold
IGI Certified Pear Emerald Diamond Halo Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Pear emerald and natural diamond halo necklace in solid 18K yellow gold, crafted to order by VimleshBadaya in Jaipur, India.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unique White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 0.08 Cts/22 Pcs Emerald 45.17 Cts/61 Pcs Tapered Baguette 0.12 Cts/12 Pcs
White Gold
$3,290Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 0.06 Cts/10 Pcs Emerald 1.05 Cts/1 Pcs Tapered Baguette 0.71 Cts/16 Pcs
White Gold
Natural White Emerald Diamond 1.01 Carat Tw Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond necklace. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with a natural white emerald cut diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Halo Pendant natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold/ 2.5 gr
Located in SE
Very attractive pendant with halo composed of natural Emerald surrounded with Diamonds in tested solid 18K Yellow Gold frame.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural Colombian Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold GIA Report
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Description Offered is one (1) natural emerald and diamond pendant necklace crafted in 18-karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$83,449Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold 76.14 Ct Natural Cushion Emerald & Diamond Statement Necklace
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Made to be the piece everyone remembers, cushion emeralds in double diamond halos are linked across the front of a diamond necklace with pear diamond accents.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.71 Carat Green Oval Emerald & Diamond Pendant In 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The emerald is surrounded by a dazzling halo of 37 round diamonds, totaling 0.44 carats, which enhance its radiant color and add a touch of sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
27 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Regal Choker Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
27.42 Carat total natural Colombian emerald and diamond chandelier regal design choker necklace in 18k solid yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.92 Carat Green Cushion Emerald & Diamond Pendant In 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The emerald is beautifully enhanced by 22 round diamonds, with a total weight of 0.58 carats, which add a dazzling touch of brilliance and accentuate the gemstone's deep green hue.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.31 Carat Pear Shape Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
• 1 pear shape Colombian green emerald 5.31 carats • 35 round diamonds 0.58 carats total weight • 18 karat white gold pendant back • 14 karat white gold chain • 11.73 grams necklac...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Allison Kaufman 14K Yellow Gold Bar Chain Necklace, Round Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Allison Kaufman 14K yellow gold bar necklace with 5 round faceted natural emeralds weighing 0.43 carats total & 5 round brilliant-cut natural diamonds weighing 0.12 carats total.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,648Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion Yellow Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K Yellow Gold Diamond 1.58 Cts/140 Pcs Emerald 1.23 Cts/3 Pcs
Yellow Gold
Emerald & Diamond Quatrefoil Clover Pendant, Link Chain Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold quatrefoil necklace with natural diamonds weighing 0.15 carat total and four oval natural emeralds weighing 0.70 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
3.88tcw AAA+ Oval Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant 18K Gold Anniversary
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a stunning AAA top-quality oval cut Colombian emerald and diamond pendant made in fine 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$11,214Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern White Gold 18K Necklace Emerald Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Emerald 32.78 Cts/106 Pcs
White Gold
$19,100Sale Price|40% Off
AIG Certified 34.35 Ct Emeralds Diamonds 6.20 Ct 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
So stunning design, elegant and chic style , for this necklace in 18k gold with 11 pieces of Zambia emeralds in cabochon cut of 34,35 carats, fine quality, and round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Designer natural Emerald Diamond Pendant Solid 18K Yellow Gold IGI Certified
Located in Delhi, DL
This piece of beauty comprises of Natural Zambian Emerald studded in 18K Yellow Gold with excellent diamonds to add into the fire.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.65tcw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Pendant 14K Gold Pear Cut Vintage Brooch
Located in Jupiter, FL
Petite triangle-cut emeralds accent the four corners, while a petite antique round diamond adds a delicate touch at the top, all meticulously crafted in 14k white gold with a ribbon-...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Phoenix 17 mm South Sea Pearl Emerald Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Suspended beneath a vivid emerald framed by brilliant diamonds, the design celebrates the harmony between nature's elegance and timeless craftsmanship.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
$5,456Sale Price|20% Off
Fashionable Circle Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace Choker for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 18 K Diamond 1.17 Cts/83 Pcs Emerald 2.18 Cts/5 Pcs Weight 10,69 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewe...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$6,365Sale Price|20% Off
Fashionable Circle Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace Choker for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 18 K Diamond 1.17 Cts/83 Pcs Emerald 2.18 Cts/5 Pcs Weight 10,69 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewe...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$9,843Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Natural Emerald & Diamond Wreath Pendant Necklace, Birthday Gifts
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Emerald weight totals 2.85 carats, diamonds 3.50 carats, on a 16-inch chain.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Vivid Emerald & Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 0.84 Carat
Located in Jaipur, IN
To wear it in vivid green emerald and white diamond, set in warm 14K solid yellow gold, is to wear that entire legacy in the most luxurious material form available.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$34,000Sale Price|62% Off
NWT $90, 000 Important 18KT Gold Large Fancy Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Radiant 18KT Yellow Gold Necklace with Magnificent Large Fancy Oval Cut Emeralds Flanked by Fine Glittering White Diamon...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,516Sale Price / item|20% Off
Zambian Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Tennis Chain Necklace Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 14k solid yellow gold necklace is an exquisite variation of a classic tennis style, featuring alternating shimmering diamonds and vivid green emeralds. The design blends timeles...
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.76 Carat Minor Oil Muzo Colombian Emerald & Diamond Pendant
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA & GRS Certified 2.76 Carat Muzo Mine Minor Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace. Adorned with a dazzling display of pear, heart, baguette, radiant, emerald ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$72,000Sale Price|67% Off
$220, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Important 60CT Glittering Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant Estate 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Emerald and Diamond Necklace. Necklace Contains...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Silvorra 2.06ct Octagon Cut Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This refined 2.06 carats emerald and diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 925 sterling silver.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Colombian Vivid Green Emerald & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This piece of vintage European jewellery is an epitome of understated elegance Pendant features a magnificent Natural Colombian Emerald - the most desirable & impressive gem of al...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage GIA Certified Colombian Emerald & Diamond Retro Necklace, 14K White Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Measuring approximately 5.5 mm across, the emerald is securely held in a prong setting. Twenty-seven diamonds are the perfect compliment to the rare emerald center stone; 1.4 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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.