Art Deco-Inspired Enamel & Diamond Rectangular Link Earrings
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with a sharp geometric aesthetic, these earrings feature a rectangular "carabiner" style link finished with rich black enamel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Moira Enamel, Ruby And Diamond Flower Bud Earrings
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A pair of Moira bud earrings, with orange and yellow plique à jour enamel sepals and green leaves, with pavé set rubies and diamonds, mounted in 18 carat gold, with silver settings.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold White Enamel Earrings with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold White enamel details Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. 18 kyg butterfly backs Limited edition Crafted with 18 karat yellow gold and finished with delicate ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond and Enamel Earring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Black Enamel with rustic Diamonds dangle earring set in blackened Sterling Silver.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Lucea New York Diamond and Enamel Statement Earring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in color collection Icy Diamonds and White Enamel statement earring set in sterling silver.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 14ct Gold Blue Enamel Earrings – Victorian-Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A pair of exquisite antique circular earrings, crafted in 14ct gold with blue enamel accents, and set with Victorian-cut natural diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 14ct Gold Blue Enamel Earrings – Victorian-Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A pair of exquisite antique circular earrings, crafted in 14ct gold with blue enamel accents, and set with Victorian-cut natural diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Mughal 20kt Gold Diamond Emerald Rubies Enamel Earrings
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Diamonds: 44 rose-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 3.24 carats, adorn these earrings with a timeless and sophisticated sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Enamel Hand Painted Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful bird earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these earrings are set with 5.12 carats blue sapphire and 1.84 ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,418 / item
Moi Joya Gold Diamond and Black Enamel Earring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 6.54g Diamonds : (VS clarity & H-I colour) : (Brilliant cut ) : 0.13ct Uncut Diamonds/Vilandi/Polki : 0.26ct 925 Silver Other : Black Enamel The joy of finding the perfe...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Contemporary 18K Gold White Enamel Diamond Dangle Earrings, 3.60ct
Located in Nantucket, MA
A fabulous and dramatic pair of white enamel dangle earrings with a swirl pattern of round, brilliant cut diamonds in a pave` setting. 18K gold post for pierced ears.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Rose Enamel Diamond Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 carat yellow gold. These earrings are in the form of butterflies in flight, the wings are beautifully reproduced in shades of glittering blue enamel.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Hidalgo Blue Enamel Floral Diamond Jacket Earrings
By Hidalgo
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Weighing 19.2 grams, these earrings provide a luxurious and comfortable fit. Key Features & Specs: Material: 18K White Gold Gemstones: 6 brilliant round diamonds in each earring Peta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond and Enamel Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Pear Shape droop earrings with rustic Diamonds and Enamel set in blackened sterling silver and 14K gold plating.
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate, Silver
$8,900 / item
Enamel Door Knocker Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Enamel earrings are cast in 14K gold and hand set in 5.44 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
$5,650 / set
Black Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful black enamel earrings are hand set with .45 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Enamel Hand Painted Diamond Butterfly 14K Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 14-karat gold & sterling silver, these earrings are set with .36 carats sapphire and .27 carats of sp...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Fusager & Demski 18K Gold Cloisonné Enamel Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Cloisonné Enamel Diamond (bezel set) FINDINGS: Euro wire / Shepherd’s hook, 18K yellow gold DIMENSIONS: 16.9mm diameter per earring SIGNED: Fu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$7,900 / item
Enamel Sunset Diamond 18 Karat Gold Orange Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful enamel sunset earrings are handcrafted in 18K gold & 1.72 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
2.14 Carat Ruby, Diamond & Enamel Earrings in Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
2.14 Carat Ruby, Diamond & Enamel Earrings in Yellow Gold Ruby 2.14 Cts Diamond 1.33 Cts enamel 0.50 Cts Yellow gold 3.59 Kts Custom Services Resizing is available.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14K Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Hoop Earrings #24153
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Hoop Earrings- These elegant hoop earrings are crafted in 14K gold and features black and white enamel detailing, each accented with a 40 round si...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Turquoise Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This turquoise enamel earrings are crafted from 14-karat gold & set with .95 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Sparrow Enamel Citrine Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Sparrow Enamel earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set with 18K gold.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Contemporary 3.72ct Diamond and White Enamel Dangle Earrings, Unisex
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of fascinating dangle earrings in white enamel with a floral and paisley design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Enamel Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These enamel earrings are crafted from 14-karat gold & set with .55 carats emerald and .46 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s David Webb Black Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. Signed by David Webb, from their Manhattan Minimalism ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Lucea New York Diamond and Enamel Statement Earring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic collection Black Enamel with icy Diamonds statement earring set in silver and 14k yellow gold plating.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Enamel, Silver
10.00ct Peridot 0.70ct Diamond Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A luminous expression of color and craftsmanship, these striking peridot, diamond, and enamel earrings exude bold sophistication and refined artistry.
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$10,500 / set
Enamel Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful enamel turquoise earrings are hand set with .60 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Enamel Floral Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These intricate earrings feature a unique hand painted floral miniature art set with 18K gold, 6.75 carats of Mother of Pearl and 0.37 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS stor...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Antique French turquoise, diamond and enamel pendant fringe earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique gold and turquoise fringe pendant earrings with black enamel and rose diamond spacers and circular turquoise surmounts, in 18k.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$4,900 / set
White Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This white enamel earrings are crafted from 14-karat rose gold & set with .88 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
$3,500 / item
Enamel Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 14-karat gold, these beautiful enamel stud earrings are set with 10.7 carats onyx and .32 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Enamel and Pave Diamond Melon Ball Design Earrings
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Whimsical enamel and pave diamond melon ball design earrings.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Imperial Russian 56k Yellow Gold, Enamel, Amethyst Diamond Earrings
Located in Broomall, PA
Imperial Russian 56k (14K) Yellow Gold, Enamel, Amethyst & 1.50ct Diamond Earrings, Circa 1900 A stunning pair of Imperial Russian earrings crafted circa 1900, featuring exceptional...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$7,600 / item
Enamel Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Enamel earrings are set in 18K gold, 13.65 carats mother of pearl, .40 carats blue sapphire & 1.09 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 11K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cloisonné Enamel Earrings #25129
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 11K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cloisonné Enamel Earrings- These lovely earrings feature intricate cloisonné enamel floral detailing in rich red, blue and green tones, accented ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Turquoise Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This turquoise enamel earrings are crafted from 14-karat rose gold & set with .95 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Black Enamel and Diamond Butterfly Motif Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Black Enamel and Diamond Butterfly Motif Earrings Description: A charming pair of earrings featuring a delicate garden of diamond-set butterflies and floral motifs, gracefully set a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Diamond, Gemstone and Enamel Flower Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
These gorgeous and unique flower cluster earrings contain heart shaped coral petals with a cabochon emerald center surrounded by 68 top quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing ...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, E...
Green Guilloché Enamel 18K Lotus Earrings with Diamond Cluster Center
Located in Greenwich, CT
The centers are set with a trio of round brilliant diamonds in shared four-prong collets, giving a small bright focal point against the matte enamel.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
David Webb Coral Diamond Enamel Gold and Platinum Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold and platinum earrings by David Webb, with black enamel accents, center corals and approx. 0.24ctw in diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$4,800 / item
Emerald Baguette Diamond Enamel Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful enamel earrings are handcrafted in 18-karat gold & sterling silver.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond and Enamel Disc Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Geometric pattern ivory color enamel and rustic Diamond disc shape earrings set in sterling silver and 14K gold plating.
Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Enamel Garnet Citrine Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Inspired by Royal Indian heritage during Mughal Era. These intricate earrings feature a unique hand painted miniature art set with 14K gold, diamonds and pearls. It is hand set wit...
Diamond, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Pradera Jewels Enamel Earrings & 18k Rose Gold & White Diamonds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18k white gold earrings with a total weight of 14.53 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 2.76 carats, and enamel with a total weight of 1.30 carats PRODUCTION TIME 4 WEEKS Irama ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Enamel Bakelite Hand Painted Emerald Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful bakelite bird earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these earrings are set with .66 carats emerald, ruby a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
White Gold Diamond, Blue Topaz & Enamel Dangle Earrings For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14K White Gold Diamond, Blue Topaz & Enamel Earrings Specifications Metal: 14K White Gold Gold Weight: 7.35 g Diamonds: 28 Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds — 0.40 ct, G Color, VVS2 ...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, Enamel
Victorian Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Earrings 14 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The early earrings have Old Mine Diamonds which are set in cut down collets within a blue enamel disc.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$2,160Sale Price|20% Off
1.21 carats Natural Emerald, Black Enamel & Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and Art Deco style, Emerald Chandelier / Dangle Earrings set in 18K Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emeralds is 1.21 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
Neon Yellow Enamel 14 Karat Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these beautiful neon yellow enamel earrings are hand set with .33 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond and Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Oval Shape droop earrings with Rustic Diamonds and enamel set in blackened sterling silver.
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver, Enamel
4.00ct Diamond Enamel Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming pair of 18k yellow gold earrings. The earrings feature sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 4.00ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Inside Out Hoop Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold, these beautiful enamel inside out hoop earrings are set with 1.2 carats glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel
$2,450 / item
Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold and sterling silver, these beautiful stud earrings are hand set with .9 carats of rose cut diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest coll...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Red Enamel, Gold and Diamond Butterfly Earrings
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A pair of modern, red guilloche enamel butterfly earrings set with 0.50 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds with a pearl in each, mounted in yellow gold, with posts and butterfly ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Enamel Hand Painted 18 Karat Gold Bee Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful enamel earrings features unique hand painted miniature art.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
1960s Diamond Green Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Pair of earrings in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Voluminous pair of clips for pierced ears, they are formed of a pattern such as a knot interlaced amati, ena...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Black Enameled Dangle Earrings With Pave Diamonds & Ruby
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.44g,D:3.24ct,SI:23.49g RUBY:2.85ct,Enam:2.21g,
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique 56K Yellow Gold, Enamel & 2.31ct Diamond Earrings, Circa 1930s
Located in Broomall, PA
Imperial Russian 56K Yellow Gold (14K) Enamel & 2.31 Carat Diamond Earrings, Circa 1930s An extraordinary pair of Imperial Russian earrings, crafted circa 1900 in rich 56K (14K)...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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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