GIA Certified 2.20ct Fancy Light Brown Yellow Diamond Ring 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA 2.20ct. Round cut diamondring. Report: 2221453010 Light Brown Yellow 8.19 x 8.26 x 5.06mm (GIA Report attached) 3ct baguette & round diamond accents. G-H color, Vs-2 cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
0.87ctt Fancy Greenish Yellowish Brown Diamond Cluster Ring 18k
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Approximately Fancy Greenish Yellowish Brown color diamonds SI clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Antique 0.80 Carat Fancy Golden Brown Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled diamond solitaire engagement ring. This antique piece showcases a single pear shaped diamond boasting a fancy golden brown colour tone in a platinum...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.84 Carat Orange Yellow Brown Round Cut 18 Karat White Gold Fancy Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Statement piece, this spectacular 8.84 Carat Ring combines 18 Karat White Gold with an encrusted frame of Round Brilliant Cut 0.69 Carat White Color H Clarity SI Diamonds, An array...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, W...
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Fancy Dark Brown Greenish Yellow I2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6432898811 Shape And Cut: Round Carat Weight: 1.03 carat Measurements: 6.46 x 6.44 x 4.02 mm Color Grade: Fancy Dark Brown Greenish Yellow FEATURES ...
Diamond
Fancy Champagne Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural diamonds come in all shapes, sizes and colors! This sparkling necklace is handmade in 18k yellow gold and pave set with a combination of diamonds with colorless and gorgeous ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 1...
18K Yellow Gold Double Heart Diamond Ring with Fancy Yellow & White Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Embrace romance and modern elegance with this exquisite 18K yellow gold double-heart ring, featuring a playful swirl band that delicately wraps around two heart motifs. One heart is ...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
2.06ctt Fancy Greenish Yellowish Brown Diamond Cluster Ring 18k
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Approximately Fancy Greenish Yellowish Brown color diamonds SI clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Fancy Dark Brown Greenish Yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 2476039958 Shape And Cut: Asscher Carat Weight: 1.02 carat Measurements: 5.55 x 5.54 x 3.69 mm Color Grade: Fancy Dark Brown Greenish Yellow This fan...
Diamond
Oval Cut Fancy Light Brown and White Diamond Halo Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamond Diamond Cut: Oval Diamond Color: Fancy Light...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Fancy Dark Brown-Greenish Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Greenville, DE
GIA Certified Cocktail ring crafted in Platinum Featuring (1) Cushion cut Fancy Dark Brown-Greenish Yellow diamond weighing 1.80ct and surrounded by (12) Marquise shaped diamonds wei...
Diamond, Platinum
RUCHI Mixed-Shape Fancy Yellow and Brown Diamond White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Fancy Diamond- 9.95 Cts Brown Diamond- 2.79 Cts
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$90,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $180, 000 Rare Fancy 18KT Gold 55CT Gorgeous Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Rare Yellow Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 55CTS...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
3.21 Carat Natural Fancy Vivid Brown Diamond Ring 14 Karat VS*
Located in New York, NY
1.21ct. Fancy Vivid Brown Diamond Vs-2 clarity. 4.6 X 4.3mm Side diamonds: 2.00ct.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond 4.10ct, Fancy Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: Solid 18K Gold Emeralds: 3.23 carats total, natural Zambian emeralds Diamonds: .85 carats total, Fancy yellow diamonds/ Natural brown-yellow diamonds Cuts Featured: Marquise, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18...
Art Deco Fancy brown diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Experience the enchanting allure of this Art Deco cluster ring, featuring a captivating fancy brown diamond set in an 18k white and yellow gold setting.
Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Fancy Colored Diamond Yellow Gold C-Shape Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold. Fancy Diamonds: 8.42ct total weight.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Mixed-Shape Fancy Diamond Yellow Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold. Fancy Diamonds: 26.56ct total weight.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,700Sale Price|20% Off
1.52ct Fancy Orange Brown Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Lovely yellow to brownish yellow diamond cocktail ring. 1.52 carats total diamond weight. 11 mixed shape brown diamonds, 1.30 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
24.14ct Natural Fancy Cinnamon Brown Diamonds Red Ruby Bracelet 18kt Tennis*
Located in New York, NY
Graduating Diameters: 5.5 -4.8 mm 13.71ct. natural fancy color brown diamonds: Rounds, Full Cut Vs-2 clarity Graduating Diameters: 7mm - 4.7mm Secure pressure clasp and safet...
Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander 1.18ctt Fancy Intense Brown Diamond Ring 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning fancy intense brown diamond with diamond halo. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.18 carats total diamond weight. 0.73 carat round brilliant diamond, approximately Fancy Intense...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,700Sale Price|20% Off
2.44ctt Fancy Deep Brown Orange Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Approximately Fancy Deep Brown Orange color and SI clarity. Complimented by 120 round cut diamonds, 0.77 carats total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
GIA Certified 3.404 Carat Green Diamond Pendant Fancy Green Yellow White Brown
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
GIA Certified 3.404 Carat Green Diamond Pendant Fancy Green Yellow White Brown Diamond Pendant Gross Weight 5.740 gms White Gold 5.049 gms Total Diamond Weight 3.404 carats Green En...
GIA Certified 1.11 Carat Fancy Brown Emerald Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 1.11 carat Fancy Dark Orangy Brown emerald cut diamond pendant set in platinum 900 with yellow gold prongs, suspending a graduating linear drop of 6 round brilliant whi...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Fancy Brownish Greenish Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 5.12 carat total radiant cut fancy brownish greenish yellow diamond stud earrings in 18k white gold with yellow gold prongs.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Natural Fancy Dark Yellowish Brown Cushion Diamond 2.05 Carat Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Total weight: 2.05cts GIA certificate available upon request Natural cushion fancy dark yellowish brown diamond Measurements: 6.24 x 5.58 x 4.16 mm Carat weight: 1.34cts Clarity...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
$42,000 / set
Fancy Colored Diamond Earrings
Located in Weston, MA
The petals of these flower earrings are composed of some of the hardest to find naturally-colored diamonds of such quality: fancy pink, fancy light gray-blue, fancy intense yellow, f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brow...
Fancy Yellow Heart Shape Diamond Bracelet 18K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold White Diamond Count: 230 brilliant cut diamonds White Diamond Carat Weight: 1.33 White Diamond Color: G-H White Diamond Clarity: V...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold 1.35ctw Fancy Brown Diamond & Calibre Sapphire Antique Style Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Emerald Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Fancy Brown Color - I1 Clarity - 5.6x4mm - 0.60ct (approx.) (50) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Single C...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.28ct Fancy Dark Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite engagement ring is a masterpiece of elegance. The 18k yellow gold band showcases a mesmerizing 1.13ct round brilliant cut center diamond, EGL certified at Fancy Dark B...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.53 Carat Natural Fancy Light Brown Diamond ring 14 Karat Bypass Deco*
Located in New York, NY
.53cts Round Diamonds Mod Bypass ring. Natural Round full cut Brilliant Diamond Fancy Light Brown, Vs-2 clarity. 14kt.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.57ct Natural Fancy Orange Brown Diamond Vintage Gilt Ring 14 Karat *v
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gilt .57ct. Natural Fancy Orange brown round brilliant diamond ring.
Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
$31,150Sale Price|65% Off
NWT $89, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent 45CT Fancy Brown Cognac Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Cognac Brown Diamond Disco Ball Drop Earrings. Earrings are comprised of approx. 45 Carats of Fine Glittering Fa...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.59 Carat Natural Fancy Deep Brown-Yellow 'Cognac' Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
GIA Certified 1.59 Carat Natural Fancy Deep Brown-Yellow (Cognac) Diamond Halo Ring.
Platinum
Vintage GIA 3.03 carat fancy dark yellowish brown diamond 18k gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its GIA-certified 3.03 carat fancy dark yellowish brown diamond and classic baguette accents, this ring is a memorable vintage piece made to stand out.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.45ct Fancy Brown Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Band 8.5mm
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking 2.45ct fancy brown diamond men's wedding band is captivating.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,366Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.93ct Fancy Pink Brown Multi Diamonds Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning pink brown multi shape diamond cocktail ring, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.18 carats of Fancy Pink Brown color diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 1.67 Carat Fancy Yellow Brown Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant diamond engagement ring features a 1.02ct cushion cut center diamond, GIA certified at Fancy Yellow Brown-SI2.
Mark Broumand 1.67 Carat Fancy Light Brown Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom created in platinum, this gorgeous piece features a stunning 1.02ct princess cut center diamond, GIA certified at fancy light brown yellow-SI1.
$21,960Sale Price|20% Off
2.16 cts GIA Certified Fancy Pinkish Brown Radiant Three-stone Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite three-stone diamond ring features a fancy pinkish brown radiant center diamond weighing 2.16 carats, certified by GIA.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 2.54 cts Mixed Fancy Brown Diamond 18K Ring
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Our creations span from diamonds and emeralds to rubies and sapphires. 2.54 cts Mixed Fancy Brown Diamond 18K Ring 18K, Yellow Gold Diamond : 2.54 cts White Diamond Pavé : 1.70 cts ...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald & Fancy Yellow Diamond 9.38ct Cocktail Ring & Earrings Set 18K Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Ring: Metal: Solid 18K Gold Emeralds: 3.23 carats total, natural Zambian emeralds Diamonds: .85 carats total, Fancy yellow diamonds/ Natural brown-yellow diamonds Cuts Featured: Marq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18...
Judith Ripka Fancy Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Judith Ripka
Located in Miami, FL
The bangle bracelet is enriched with over 110 highly sparkling fancy brown-yellow round-faceted diamonds, 1.00 carats, and divided equally with 24 round diamonds, weighing 1.10 cara...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18k Solid Gold 7.25ctw White Fancy Brown Diamond Pink Sapphire Butterfly Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds -Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Natural Brilliant Fancy Brown Diamonds - 1.70ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,980Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.78ctt Fancy Yellowish Brown Cushion VVS2 Diamond Ring
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
By Alexander Beverly Hills 1.78 carats total diamond weight. 1.15 carat cushion cut Fancy Yellowish Brown color and VVS2 clarity diamond, EGL graded.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
CLEARANCE GIA, 1.84 Carat Fancy Dark Brown Round Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Natural GIA 1.84 Carat Fancy Dark Greenish Yellow-Brown Round Loose Diamond *Free shipping within the US
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Egg diamond earrings 18KT fancy yellow diamond earrings oval earrings easter
Located in Jupiter, FL
Easter egg diamond earrings made wih fancy brown and fancy yellow diamonds in 18KT yellow gold, these earrings look amazing on ears and are the right size!
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 3.50 Carat Smokey Quartz with White & Fancy Brown Diamonds Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3.50 Carat Smokey Quartz With White & Fancy Brown Diamonds Cluster Ring. The center gemstone weights approx 3 carat and there are a total of 28 white diamonds & 28 fancy brow...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.60 Carat Men's Natural Fancy Light Brown Diamond Master Bead Set Pave Ring*
Located in New York, NY
Men's Light brown diamond & Bead set pave diamonds ring. 1.10ct. center light brown diamond. Round Cut Vs- clarity Natural color, Earth Mined. 4.50ct Side round diamonds:...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Oval cut Yellow Diamond with Fancy Color Diamonds Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This wide-band statement ring features a vibrant mosaic of multi-colored gemstones set against a high-contrast backdrop. Design Highlights Centerpiece: A prominent oval-cut fancy ye...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Sapphire Citrine Fancy diamond Gold Large Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The center gemstone is one oval-shape genuine deep orange color Citrine of approximately 12.00 carats, flawless The vivid and transparent hue of the citrine is complimented with a s...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
GIA Certified 1.38 Carat Fancy Orangy Brown Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Dome Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Other Important Details: Diamond Color: Fancy Dark Orangy Brown (GIA color graded) Setting Style: Raised four-prong dome center with flanking baguette accents Enamel: Black and white...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
New 18k & 14k Gold Gia Fancy Dark Yellow Brown Solitaire W/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous, custom made, diamond ring is newly crafted in solid 18k white gold with a 14k rose gold center basket and prongs, and features an amazing, 1.05 carat, GIA certified ov...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA Certified Natural Fancy Orange Brown Color Diamond Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Colors GIA Certified 1.54ct. Natural Fancy Orange brown round brilliant diamond ring.
Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA WEEK LONG CLEARANCE, 12.21ct Fancy Color Brown-Orange Oval Loose Diamond
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
GIA 12.21 Carat Fancy Color Oval Shape Loose Diamond Semi Translucent Color Brown-Orange
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Contemporary 3.25 Carat Fancy Brown Diamond Brushed 18 Karat Gold Geometric Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current value. Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring size: 7 Diamond count: 1 Natural Diamond: 3.25 carat total weight Dia...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,470Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.68ct Fancy Dark Green Brown Multi Diamonds Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning green brown multi shape diamond cocktail ring, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 1.40 carats of Fancy Dark Green Brown color diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.