1.41 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant & White Princess Diamond Illusion Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A fancy yellow radiant-cut diamond center stone is set in 18K two-tone white and yellow gold band ring, flanked by six princess-cut white diamonds on a sleek straight shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shape Emerald and Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring in Yellow and White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Pear shape emerald weight : 2.37 carat Fancy yellow diamond weight : 3.08 carat Metal : 18 k yellow and white gold Measurements : ring head : 1 inch
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1.45 Carat Asscher Cut Yellow Diamonds Stud Earrings, 18K Yellow Gold
By Novel Collection
Located in New York, NY
1.45 carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings. These beautiful earrings feature a pair of perfectly matched Asscher cut, 1.21 carat fancy yellow diamonds in a glamorous fancy...
Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.03 Ct Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond 3 Stone Platinum/18K Engagement Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 3 stone ring featuring a captivating oval shaped fancy yellow diamond/VS2 GIA certified, set in platinum with complementary yellow gold accents.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.03 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart-Shaped Diamond & Halo 18K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 5.03 carat Fancy Yellow heart cut diamond ring with a round cut white diamond halo.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow GIA and White Diamond Gold Two-Stone Stud Drop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
They are made of 18 karat (tested) rose gold and feature two rectangular modified brilliant cut fancy yellow diamonds. Each diamond comes with a GIA Colored Diamond Grading Report (p...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CARTIER Deux Têtes Tiger Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold, the bracelet features fancy yellow diamonds, onyx detailing, and emerald accents for the eyes, creating a captivating and lifelike design.
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Gübelin Rock Crystal and GIA Certified Fancy Colored Diamond Ring
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Surrounding a GIA certified, oval shape, fancy yellow diamond of 1.46 carats, si1 clarity.
Yellow Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Crystal, Diamond, Platinum
$3,330Sale Price|25% Off
1.00Ct Pink & Yellow Fancy Color Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The pink diamond, weighing 0.37 carats, exudes a soft and delicate hue, while the fancy yellow diamond, weighing 0.28 carats, radiates a warm and vibrant glow.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.03 Ct Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond 3 Stone Platinum/18K Engagement Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite 3 stone ring featuring a captivating oval shaped fancy yellow diamond/VS2 GIA certified, set in platinum with complementary yellow gold accents.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.40 Carat Natural Yellow Diamonds 3D Flower Cluster Earrings 14 Karat*
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Additional .40ct. Natural Fancy Yellow diamonds. Rounds, full cuts. Vs-2 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$31,000Sale Price|63% Off
Last Pair! NWT $85, 000 18KT Fancy Rose Cut Yellow Diamond Dangle Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Large Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Dangle Earrings. Each Earring features Rare Gorgeous Glitter...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold
3 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece is flanked by two white trapezoid side diamonds, thoughtfully chosen to enhance the color and sparkle of the Fancy Yellow diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$9,300Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.12ctt Fancy Yellow VS2 Diamond Halo Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 4.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Center Stone: Over 4.00ct Fancy Intense Yellow VVS1 ROUND Matching: 99 white diamonds totaling about 0.45 carats, 18K Natural colored diamonds are extremely rare, with one colored di...
Yellow Diamond
Oscar Heyman Star Yellow Diamond Earrings Platinum and 18k Gold
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Oscar Heyman Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings Star Design with Natural Vivid Yellow Diamonds approx total 2.50 carat and Natural Brilliant White Diamonds approx 1.50 carat Platinum and ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Intense Yellow and White Diamond Belle Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful belle flower style diamond earrings with 128 Intense fancy yellow diamonds with total weight of 4.5 carats, 161 white diamonds with total weight of 6.5 carats, 2 brilliant...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$142,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Radiant Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary GIA certified 5 carat Fancy Yellow diamond of remarkable intensity and brilliance, cut in the highly sought-after radiant shape.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
1.56ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dazzling 1.56ct fancy yellow diamond engagement ring is explosive!
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.09ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This captivating 2.09ct fancy yellow diamond engagement ring is stunning!
Diamond, Platinum
$7,200Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.27ctt Fancy Yellow VS1 Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy yellow diamond three stone halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,290Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.25ctt Fancy Yellow VS1 Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Fancy Colored Diamond Ruby Gold Dolphin Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It features 0.73 carats of fancy yellow diamonds and 1 cabochon ruby eye. Its body is set with a true gem of an opal.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Cellini 18kt Gold 3.03ct White Diamond Flower with 2.32ct. Yellow Diamond Center
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
These charming flower earrings are comprised of 3.03 carats of brilliant white diamond pave set in the domed petals, surrounding an individually-set cluster of round fancy yellow dia...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Dramatic Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Jewels By Viggi
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chandelier earrings set 23.68 carat Various-cut Fancy Yellow diamonds & Round-cut diamonds. Set in 18k white gold and 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.33 CT GIA Certified Yellow Pear Shape Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Stunning bespoke GIA Certified 0.87 Carat Natural Fancy Light Yellow Pear Shaped Diamond which is set in the center of the Ring with Double Halo, the inner halo features 0.08 Ca...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.27ct Fancy Yellow Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite platinum ring features a captivating design with a 2.02ct old mine cut diamond at its heart. The fancy yellow diamond, EGL certified at SI1, is bezel set and surrounde...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.52 Carat Fancy Yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6223385854 Shape And Cut: Oval Carat Weight: 0.52 carat Measurements: 5.62x3.87x2.81 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: Our Fancy...
Diamond
18k Two-Tone GIA Certified 17.11ct Yellow Diamond & 7.98ctw Diamond Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Two-Tone Gold GIA Certified 17.11ct Fancy Yellow Diamond & 7.98ctw Round Diamond Bezel Necklace 17" Style: GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Bezel Station Necklace Material: 18...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.82ct Fancy Yellow Radiant and Colorless Marquise Cut Diamond Cluster Stud
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite fancy yellow diamond earrings, meticulously crafted to perfection.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
18k Gold Yellow & White Diamond Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow & White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.8 grams Diamond Details: Fancy Yellow Diamonds: .50ct, Natural Color VS Clarity White Diamond...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum & 18 kt. Gold Ring 4.75 NH Burmese Spinel, Fancy Yellow & White Diamond
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Comes with a GRS certificate Color like Pigeon Blood ! Diamonds: Intense Fancy Yellow diamonds together 1.20 ct.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Plat...
Simon G Natural Unheated Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Denver, CO
A natural unheated round shaped yellow sapphire measuring approximately 9.61mm sits at the center of this stunning ring by jeweler Simon G. and embellished with a mix of round white ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Luz Ring 0.56 Carat Pear Shape Fancy Yellow SI2 Diamond in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Center Diamond Shape: Pear Shape Center Diamond Weight: 0.56 ct Diamond Color: Fancy Yellow Diamond Clarity: SI2 Side Diamonds Shape: Round Side Diamonds Weight: 1.23 ct Side Dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cellini Jewelers Platinum Fancy Cut Radiant Yellow, Pink, Grey Blue Diamond Ring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Classic and elegant is the best way to describe this 3 stone fancy colored diamond ring. The 3 radiant cut pink, yellow and grey blue diamonds are set in a platinum setting.
Amber, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum
$84,000Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified Fancy Yellow Pear Diamond Cut Necklace in Platinum 18K Yellow Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting an exquisite IGI Certified Fancy Yellow Pear Cut Diamond Necklace adorned with 54 pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds totaling 11.86 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
Rare Colors - 3.48ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in NYC, the ring combines the timeless strength of platinum with the warm elegance of 18k yellow gold, which subtly enhances the color of the Fancy Yellow diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA 5.73 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Hand Crafted 6.30 TCW Fancy Intense Yellow diamond ring that is designed to endure glamour anywhere you go.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$35,640Sale Price|20% Off
3.02ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and timeless three-stone engagement ring centered around a vibrant 3.02 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond, certified by GIA (report no. 2155274477).
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.01ct Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Natural Fancy Intense Yellow 2.01 carat Cushion with Side Diamonds in Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond Three-stone Ring features a Natural Fancy Int...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Natural Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond 18-Karat Engagement Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Two-Tone Gold Natural 10.67 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring Main Diamond Details: The main diamond is a natura...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6.12ctw Fancy Yellow and 1.13ctw Diamond Earrings in Platinum
By Heritage Gem Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. These natural fancy yellow diamond earrings are stunning 6.12 total carats of perfectly matched yellow diamond cushion cuts ...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
GIA Certified 1.60 Ct Fancy Yellow Brownish Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
The array of very fancy yellow diamond creates a sparkling and radiant piece of jewelry that is sure to catch the eye and make a bold statement.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$10,499Sale Price|25% Off
3 Carat Heart Diamond Drop Earrings, 18k White Gold Dangle Earrings
By US Jewelry Factory
Located in New York, NY
The dangle drop design features two heart-cut natural fancy yellow diamond center stones totaling 1.01 carats, each surrounded by a double halo of colorless and yellow round-cut diam...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,900Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 2.96ct Fancy Yellow VS1 Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern GIA certified fancy yellow diamond halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
4.55 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center piece of this beautifully designed and wonderfully handcrafted engagement ring is a lovely lemon colored Natural Fancy Yellow diamond weighing 4.55 carats. With a depth pe...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diana M. Diamond fashion braclet featuring 21.20cts of custion cut fancy yellows
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT Diamond fashion braclet featuring 21.20cts of custion cut fancy yellow diamonds with 5.00cts of halo around set in a two tone gold bracelet Diana M. is a leading supplier of to...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$15,296Sale Price|20% Off
1.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond and White Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This captivating 18K white gold ring features a stunning 1.02-carat Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond at its center, offering a vivid pop of color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Oval Cut Natural Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Earrings
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Beautiful stud earrings with GIA-certified Oval Shape Natural Yellow diamonds Fancy yellow diamond - 0.52 cts (GIA Certified) Fancy yellow diamond - 0.54 cts (GIA Certified) Round ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Natural Diamond Round Fancy Yellow 2.95 CTW Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Fancy Yellow diamond is graded VS1 clarity and displays strong yellow saturation with balanced brilliance.
Diamond, White Gold
Roman Malakov 3.13 Carats Total Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Drop Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic pendant necklace, showcasing three radiant cut fancy yellow diamonds weighing 3.13 carats total with VS clarity, set on an 18K yellow gold basket.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,750Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $17, 500 Rare 18KT Yellow Gold Large Gorgeous Glittering Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Ring! This Magnificent Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring Features approx 3.50CTS of Pr...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$192,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10.49 Carat Total Weight Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Stud Earring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
With a combined weight approaching 10.5 carats, this pair represents an important and highly collectible offering in the category of natural Fancy Yellow diamond jewelry. Stones of t...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.60 Carat Fancy Yellow Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking heart-shaped Fancy Yellow diamond pendant necklace, centered with a GIA-certified 7.60 carat natural colored diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Rare 85.64ct Fancy Color Diamond Ombré Wide Cuff Bracelet in 18K White & Yellow
Located in Great Neck, NY
“Rare 85.64 Carat Fancy Color Diamond Ombré Wide Cuff Bracelet in 18K Gold – Fancy Yellow, Cognac & White Diamonds, High Jewelry Collector’s Piece” An extraordinary high-jewelry mas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
3.01 ct GIA Certified Natural Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified Natural 3.01 ct Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow SI1 18K White Gold band embellished with white melee diamonds. 18k gold and platinum band featuring a 3.01 ct GIA certified cus...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
$7,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $14, 000 Glittering Yellow Diamond White Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Pair of Rare 18KT Gold Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Stud Earrings. Earrings are comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Glittering White Diamond t...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k 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.