18 Karat Gold 34.56 Carat Fancy Diamond Briolette Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 34.56 Carat Fancy Diamond Briolette Drop Earrings Elevate your style with our exquisite Fancy Diamond Briolette Drop Earrings, a stunning blend of fancy diamonds, rose...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ruchi New York 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Diamond Spiral Earrings, 5.22 Cts
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Diamond - 5.22 Cts
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish 18K Rose Gold Brooch 15 Fancy Diamonds 1.53 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.14 CT 6 Pink Sapphires 0.11 CT 105 Rubies 1.56 CT 18K Rose Gold 11.72 GM The Ruby gems...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$3,650 / set
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ear Climber
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is set 2.05 carats of fancy diamonds. Show off their unique style by sweeping your hair back.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold 44.62 Carat Fancy Diamond Briolette Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 44.62 Carat Fancy Diamond Briolette Drop Earrings Elevate your jewelry collection to the pinnacle of luxury and sophistication with our 44.62 Carat Fancy Diamond Briol...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires 72 Blue Sapphires 1.24 CT 82 Fancy Diamonds 0.90 CT 2 Rubies 0.04 CT 18K Rose Gold 7.51 GM This stunning necklace f...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Blue Sapphires 72 Blue Sapphires 1.24 CT 82 Fancy Diamonds 0.90 CT 2 Rubies 0.04 CT 18K Rose Gold 7.51 GM This stunning necklace f...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fancy Diamond Bracelet Marquise & Oval 12.59 Carat, IGI certified
By Ajami Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This modern tennis bracelet with fancy diamonds falls elegantly from your wrist! In the IMAGES this Bracelet is on the one on the LEFT SIDE.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,849Sale Price|8% Off
4.17 Carat Cabochon Emerald & Fancy Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind, cabochon Zambian Emerald weighing (4.17 carats) with fancy Diamond Fancy Diamond - 0.73 Carat Gold 18K Yellow Gold The ring is currently sized at US 6.5 Ring Ca...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 10.06 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Aquamarine, Blue, Mozambique Gemstone: 9.82 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.24 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 5.90 Grams GFCO GEM LAB Certificate # AXP12884
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 12.99 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Aquamarine, Blue, Mozambique Gemstone: 12.38 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.24 Carats 42 White Round Diamonds: 0.37 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 10.00 Grams
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
13.08 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Eternity Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This eternity bracelet is cast in 18k rose gold featuring 13.08 carats of fancy diamonds. A button closure with a hinged lock.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
GFCO Certified 12.14 Carat Zircon Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Blue Zircon, Neon Blue, Cambodia Gemstone: 12.12 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.2 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 8.00 Grams GFCO GEM LAB Certificate: AAP71846
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 10.44 cts Cushion Fancy Diamond 18K Eternity Hoops
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Our creations span from diamonds and emeralds to rubies and sapphires. 10.44 cts Cushion Fancy Diamond Eternity Hoops 18K, Yellow Gold Diamond : 10.44 cts Product Reference : LP-ED...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruchi New York 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Diamond Drop Earrings, 8.22 Cts
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
"Sunshine" These lovely fancy diamond drop earrings in 18K yellow gold feature sparkling diamonds in a stylish drop design.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 5.86 Carat Tsavorite Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Tsavorite Garnet, No Treatment, Tanzania Gemstone: 5.37 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.26 Carats 30 White Round Diamonds: 0.23 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 9.50 Grams
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.50x1.10x2.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "49 Fancy Diamonds 0.23 CT 4 Ruby 0.03 CT 14 White Shell 0.85 CT 18KR 4.81 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x2.60x2.50cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "42 Fancy Diamonds 0.56 CT 2 Ruby 0.02 CT 7 White Shell 0.95 CT 18KY 6.46 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Pearl Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Turtle Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.40x2.60x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "42 Fancy Diamonds 0.53 CT 2 Ruby 0.02 CT 7 White Shell 1.05 CT 18KY 6.12 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Emerald Flower Brooch with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds 9 Emeralds - 2.50 CT 377 Diamonds + Fancy Diamonds - 9.03 CT 18K White Gold - 14.51 GM Adorned with a captiv...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Bear Necklace with Fancy Diamonds & Pink Sapphires 7 Fancy Diamonds 0.06 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.04 CT 202 Pink Sapphires 3.10 CT 18K Rose Gold 8.98 GM Elevate your jewelr...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Fancy Diamond & Green Garnet Fish Brooch
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond & Ruby Fish 18K Rose Gold Brooch 16 Fancy Diamonds 1.50 CT 111 Green Garnet 1.81 CT 2 Rubies 0.16 CT 18K Rose Gold 11.96 GM The pomegranate stone of Garnet gleams...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 12.38 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Aquamarine, Blue, Mozambique Gemstone: 11.95 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.25 Carats 10 White Round Diamonds: 0.18 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 10.50 Grams GFCO GEM LAB C...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
16.1 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning earrings are handmade from 18-karat gold and 16.1 carats fancy diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
GU Certified 26.08 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Green Beryl, No indication of treatment Aquamarine Gemstone: 25.07 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.79 Carats 12 White Round Diamonds: 0.22 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 6.70 Gra...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,500 / set
21.42 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning earrings are handmade from 18-karat gold and 21.42 carats fancy diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1.47ct 2-Tone Fancy Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
This exquisite 1.47ct Two-Tone Fancy Diamond Ring is a stunning piece crafted in 14K gold, combining elegance with modern design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.39 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful are set with 8.39 carats of fancy diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,600 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Crescent Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 3.49 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 20.68 Carats Fancy Diamond White and Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
434 Fancy Diamonds: 20.68 Carats Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 72.30 Grams GIA Certificate # 2155933300
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 7.87 Carat Tsavorite Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Tsavorite Garnet, Vivid Green, No Treatment, Tanzania Gemstone: 7.15 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.26 Carats 42 White Round Diamonds: 0.46 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 9.9...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 K Rose Gold Fancy Diamonds Rubies Bee Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18 K Rose Gold Fancy Diamonds Rubies Bee Ring 31 Fancy Diamonds 0.39 CT 2 Rubies 0.01 CT 18 K Rose Gold 3.71 GM Bees have a long history of being associated with luck, wealth and r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GU Certified 16 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Green Beryl, Bluish Green, No indication of treatment, Vibrant-brilliance Aquamarine Gemstone: 15.2 Carats 4 Fancy Diamonds: 0.47 Carats 20 White Round Diamonds: 0.33 Carat...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GU Certified 10.48 Carat Aquamarine Fancy Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Green Beryl, Bluish Green, No indication of treatment, Vibrant-brilliance Aquamarine Gemstone: 9.85 Carats 2 Fancy Diamonds: 0.4 Carats 12 White Round Diamonds: 0.23 Carats...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,200 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Floral Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 4.0 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$13,500 / item
11.78 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 11.78 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$16,200 / item
18.31 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 18.31 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$5,400 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Sunlight Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 2.67 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,200 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Galaxy Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 2.16 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,800 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Flower Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 3.42 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,800 / item
18 Karat Gold Fauna Fancy Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 1.94 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$26,000Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $58, 000 Important 18KT Gorgeous Glittering Fancy Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important 18KT GOLD FANCY DIAMOND TENNIS STRAND NECKLACE!!! Necklace consists of Exquisite Fancy Diamonds set in 18KT Gold!!
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$17,900 / item
6.61 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 6.61 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$14,500 / item
5.57 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 5.57 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Little Dome Diamond and Fancy Diamond 18 Karat White Earrings
Located in Napoli, Campania
Little and elegant earrings in 18Kt white gold, with a dome shape of shiny diamonds and fancy diamonds. diamonds (1.46KT) Tot Weight 3.9 gr R.f.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Pearl Drop Earrings with Diamonds & Fancy Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Yellow Gold Pearl Earrings with Diamonds 2 Golden Pearls 12-13mm 258 Fancy Diamonds - 3.19 CT 160 Diamonds - 1.66 CT 18K White Gold - 20.53 GM Adorn yourself in the epitome of ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Natural 0.58cts Fancy Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a set within a halo of sparkling FANCY DIAMOND. The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$11,250Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $25, 000 18KT White Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT White Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Hoop Earrings. Earrings contain approx ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $27, 000 18KT Yellow Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Yellow Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Hoop Earrings. Earrings contain approx...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 8.84 Carat Natural Tourmaline Fancy Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Paraiba Tourmaline, Yellow-Green Gemstone: 8.24 Carats 2 White Fancy Diamonds: 0.6 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 7.50 Grams Certificate # 1236572737
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Antique Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Brooch Pendant, a stunning and unique piece of jewelry that exudes sophistication and elegance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gol...
$3,900 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clover Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful Clover fancy diamond stud earrings are hand made in 18 karat gold and set with 1.98 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
$11,500 / item
Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Linear Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These linear drop earrings features a four fancy diamonds and suspended with brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
RUCHI Brilliant-Cut Fancy Diamond Black Rhodium Criss-Cross Clip-On Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Rhodium Fancy Diamond: 4.07ct total weight.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
GIA Certified 1.95 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Fancy Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Natural Paraiba Tourmaline, Greenish Blue Gemstone: 1.43 Carats 2 White Fancy Diamonds: 0.52 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 4.40 Grams GIA Certificate # 6532179125
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 0.82cts Fancy Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
GW= 6.68gm NW= 6.45gm FANCY DIAMOND= 0.82cts ROUND DIAMOND= 0.32cts FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold White Shell & Fancy Diamond Tortoise Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold White Shell & Fancy Diamond Tortoise Ring 44 Fancy Diamonds 0.14 CT 4 Rubies 0.02 CT 14 White Pearls 0.65 CT 18 K Rose Gold 4.33 GM The pearl meaning is centered ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose 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.