Designer Nikabell 14K Gold Heart Design Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 14k gold with 14 pieces of fancy yellow diamonds of 4,80 Ct and white diamonds of 9 carats, F-G VS.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold
Scarselli GIA-Certified 1 Carat Fancy Yellow Natural Diamond 18k Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA-Certified Natural Fancy Yellow 1.05 Carat Radiant-cut VVS2 Diamond Engagement Ring on 18k White Gold Band.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Elongated Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dekara Design Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- GIA Certified Pear Shape Fancy Yellow SI1 Clarity Diamond, 3.00 Carats. 27 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS2 Clarity, 0....
Scarselli GIA-Certified 1 Carat Fancy Yellow Natural Diamond 18k Engagement Ring
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA-Certified Natural Fancy Yellow 1.05 Carat Radiant-cut VVS2 Diamond Engagement Ring on 18k White Gold Band.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
Onyx 1.82 Carat Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful 14 kt white gold band ring, covered with g 6 onyx, fancy yellow diamond of 1.82 ct located in the center of this beautiful ring.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
J. Birnbach GIA 4.62 Carat Fancy Yellow VVS2 Radiant Diamond Three Stone Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
At its center is a remarkable 4.62 carat radiant cut diamond, certified by GIA and graded Fancy Yellow VVS2, displaying a rich golden hue complemented by exceptional clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cellini GIA 0.71 Carat Fancy Yellow SI1 Heart Shape Diamond Halo Solitaire Ring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This platinum Cellini ring is a sophisticated statement of refined design and exceptional diamond beauty, featuring a distinctive heart-shaped fancy yellow diamond at its center.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1980s Diamond 18.86cts GIA Ruby 18K Gold Cabochon Floral Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
A Classy pair of elegant Cabochon Ruby, Diamond, and Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings, crafted in a combination of 18K white and yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$118,800Sale Price|25% Off
GIA Certified, 7.02ct Natural Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Diamond Ring in 18KT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
7.02ct Natural Fancy Yellow GIA Certified Pear Shape Diamond Ring, a radiant masterpiece destined to captivate hearts and illuminate any occasion.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Butterfly Victoria Tennis Bracelet 18K Gold Motif
Located in Great Neck, NY
The bracelet features elegant Victoria-style floral motifs, each meticulously composed of natural fancy yellow marquise diamonds weighing 0.18 carats each, with a combined total of 2...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
GIA Certified 0.51 Carat Fancy Yellow SI2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 6224378963 Shape And Cut: Cushion Carat Weight: 0.51 carat Measurements: 4.52 x 4.11 x 2.89 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: T...
Diamond
GIA Certified 0.41 Carat Fancy Yellow I1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 2225372788 Shape And Cut: Radiant Carat Weight: 0.41 carat Measurements: 4.07 x 3.90 x 2.69 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: T...
Diamond
$11,615Sale Price|50% Off
3-Comb, 18k Yellow & Platinum 3 Piece Ring Set
By Aurelian LLC
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow & Platinum 3 Pieces Ring Set in Micro Pave Fish Tail Metal: 18K Yellow & Platinum Diamond/Stones Info: 11 Round Brilliant Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond 1.03 ct ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.38 Carat Fancy Yellow SI2 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 2467251769 Shape And Cut: Round Carat Weight: 1.38 carat Measurements: 6.74 x 6.76 x 4.57 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: Thi...
Diamond
GIA Cert. 2.65 Carat Yellow Diamond Center 18K Tennis Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
The cushion-cut fancy yellow diamond serves as a stunning focal point, set in individual yellow gold four-prong mounting that enhances its warm color while providing secure protectio...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,884Sale Price|25% Off
IGI Certified 3.65 Total Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Indulge in the extraordinary beauty of our Natural Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Ring. This exceptional piece showcases a dazzling 2.09 carat VS1 natural fancy light yellow diamond, exu...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Only One In The World 6 Carat Diamond Cabochon Set With 2 Carat Yellow Diamond
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This extraordinary ring is a masterpiece of luxury and rarity, featuring the world's only 6-carat diamond cabochon, set alongside a stunning 2-carat fancy yellow diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare Colors 17.5ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Bracelet
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an impressive 17.49 carats of natural fancy yellow diamonds, this piece combines brilliance with sophistication in every detail.
Diamond
1.16ct Pear Cut Yellow Diamond Flower Signet Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Flower Diamond 18K White Gold Signet Ring is crafted with natural diamonds and fancy yellow diamonds, set in 18K white gold.
Platinum, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Italy Unisex Huge 3.40 Carat Diamonds Ruby Lioness Ring 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Fancy yellow diamonds. .40ct. Natural rubies (in eyes and mouth) This ring is big, 19.65mm ear to ear 23.25mm mouth to back of head 26.40mm wide (overall) 11.50mm fro...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.8ctw Natural Radiant Cut Yellow Fancy Color 5.80ct White Diamonds Necklace
Located in Aventura, FL
This Natural Radiant Cut with Fancy Diamonds Necklace Features 11.8ctw of Yellow Radiant Diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold 1.10ct Diamond Mounting Ring MF23-070826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The ring features a center prong head ready to receive a finishing stone, offering a rare opportunity for personalization. Total diamond weight is 1.10 carats across both fancy yello...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
9 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified FY SI1
By Mike Nekta New York
Located in New York, NY
IVY 9 CARAT RADIANT CUT FANCY YELLOW DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING PLATINUM & 18K GOLD BY MIKE NEKTA GIA CERTIFIED Carat Weight: 8 Carats Color : FANCY YELLOW Clarity: SI1 Style: RADIAN...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Fancy Diamond 6.45cts Ruby 18K Gold Cabochon Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite ring with cabochon ruby is flanked by triangular-cut fancy yellow diamonds and framed by brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Rare Colors 4.2ct Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Eternity Band
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Explore timeless luxury with this stunning eternity ring, featuring 20 radiant-cut fancy yellow diamonds totaling 4.20 carats. Each VS clarity diamond is expertly selected for its br...
Diamond
$11,310Sale Price|25% Off
Burmese Jadeite & Yellow Diamond Earrings
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This pair of ladder-like Earrings showcases Natural Burmese Green Jades, Black Enamel and Fancy Yellow Diamonds, set on black color-plated 18K Rose Gold.
Yellow Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Enamel
18 Karat White Gold Ring with 12.27 Carat Emerald, Pear Shape Diamonds 2.62 Ct
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Emerald: 12.27 ct. Pear shape diamonds 2,62 ct. Fancy Yellow diamonds together 0,29 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.60 Carat Marquise Diamond Platinum & Rose Gold Halo Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
The center stone is surrounded by a beautiful halo of 44 round fancy yellow diamonds totaling to approximately 0.30ct pave set in 18 carat rose gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Florentine Finish 18 Karat White Gold Italian Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted ring has 0.68 total carat weight of F/G color VS clarity diamonds and VS clarity fancy yellow diamonds. Band width 7-8.5 mm.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 5206339418 Shape And Cut: Radiant Carat Weight: 2.00 carat Measurements: 7.29 x 6.86 x 4.74 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: T...
Diamond
Diamond Halos 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K white gold, this stunning ring features a captivating open wrap design, adorned with 0.62 carats of FCD diamonds, 0.46 carats of fancy yellow diamonds (YOV), and 0.37 ...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond Halo Ring, 1.60 Carat, 18 Karat 2.34 Carat
Located in Honolulu, HI
Stunning natural fancy yellow oval diamond set in 18k white gold and diamond double halo ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Clarity Diamond
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certificate: GIA Report Number: 2476532404 Shape And Cut: Cushion Carat Weight: 2.00 carat Measurements: 7.54 x 6.75 x 4.56 mm Color Grade: Fancy Yellow FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND: T...
Diamond
Golden Ember - Designer GIA Certified Fancy Color Diamond Ring in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This enchanting creation centers a 0.70‑carat Fancy Yellow Diamond (GIA 2227686751) — a gem that radiates with the warm, smoldering intensity of a glowing ember.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 7.06 Carats Oval Cut Yellow Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 7.06 carats oval cut diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Yellow color and SI2 clarity, set on a four prong 18K yellow gold setting enc...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$14,360Sale Price|20% Off
Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Double Halo Ring Two Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Around the white diamonds is a second halo of Fancy Yellow diamonds set in yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 1...
$5,250Sale Price / item|30% Off
3D Star of David Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant - Luxury Jewish Jewelry Gifts
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Necklace with Fancy Yellow Diamonds by Merkaba Beverly Hills.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, ...
GIA Certified 3.10 Carat Fancy Greenish Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This diamond center stone is complemented by a total of 1 carat of 2 trillion cut fancy yellow diamonds on each side, finished with 42 round brilliant cut white diamonds totaling 0.6...
Diamond, Platinum
2.15 Total Carat Yellow Diamond Three Stone Ladies Ring GIA
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
Summer breeze, white sand and sunshine bouncing of of the three stone diamond engagement ring. Unlike traditional trilogy of white diamonds we placed a genuine fancy yellow diamond i...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Colors - 4.02ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a cushion-cut Fancy Yellow diamond at its center, flanked by two white trapezoid diamonds, the ring achieves a perfect harmony of color, brilliance, and sophistication.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rare Colors - Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
Wrap your wrist in pure brilliance with this stunning yellow diamond tennis bracelet. Featuring 7.43 carats of natural fancy yellow diamonds, this exquisite piece brings together rad...
Diamond, 14k Gold
J. Birnbach GIA 8.11 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This platinum and 18K yellow gold three-stone ring is an extraordinary statement piece, showcasing a vivid Fancy Yellow diamond in a bold and sophisticated design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA 3.91 Carats Total Fancy Vivid Yellow Oval Diamond Drop Earrings
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
The diamonds are GIA certified, weighing 1.77 carats Fancy Vivid Yellow SI1 and 1.84 carats Fancy Yellow VS2, offering a striking yet harmonious contrast in hue that enhances their n...
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold 3.25ct Diamond Ring MF23-021826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Designed with a stunning lattice pattern, this luxury ring is meant to continually make a statement. A 2.05 carat Light Fancy Yellow Diamond with SI1 clarity makes a statement at the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
13.12CT Total weight Natural Multi-shape Diamond Bracelet, Set in 18KY/W Gold
Located in New York, NY
This unique piece boasts 13 fancy yellow diamonds (fancy light-intense), along with 12 regular diamonds (F-I in color and VS1-SI1 in clarity).
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt, Earrings Minor Colombian 5.39 & 5.14ct Emeralds, Diamonds, CGL Certified
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cushion cut Fancy Yellow Diamonds together (0.63+0.64) = 1.27 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother's Day Gift Guide: Scarselli 0.52 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
A natural 0.52 carat cushion-cut Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Halo on an 18k White Gold band, featuring two rows of round-brilliant white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
37.99 Carat Yellow and White Diamonds Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious design diamond necklace features 5 fancy light yellow diamonds 5.14 carat total weight Pear shape, GIA certified as SI1-VS2 clarity and 2 fancy yellow diamonds 1.06 ca...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Suzy Levian 14K Two-Tone White & Yellow Gold and Pear Cut Yellow Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian Limited Edition collection features a gorgeous pear-cut, fancy yellow diamond (.50ct) center stone with an array of white diamonds (.63cttw...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
18K White Gold White and Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This bold wide band ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with 0.68 carats of brilliant white diamonds and 0.47 carats of fancy yellow diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. S Deco Ring with Emerald and Yellow Diamond
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
An art deco style ring by Sophia D featuring a pear shaped emerald and a pear shaped fancy yellow diamond surrounded by baguette cut diamonds and french cut emeralds set in platinum ...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Contemporary Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The 41.79 carats of fancy yellow diamonds, accompanied by Gemologic Laboratory reports, are set in a geometric lattice of white round brilliant-cut diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Necklace in Platinum & 18K Featuring 1.90 Ct Heart Diamond, Yellow Pear & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
The linear, articulated pendant features a striking, highly brilliant pear-shape fancy yellow diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carats (SI1 clarity) at the top, which serves as a v...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Cert. 1.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Diamond Pave Set Split Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 1.01 carat Fancy Intense Yellow radiant cut diamond set in an 18K yellow gold double-prong basket with 0.65 carats of white round brilliant diamond pave across a platin...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Aurora in Honeylight - Round Brilliant Fancy Color Diamonds set in Designer Hoop
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These luminous earrings are a celebration of golden light — a soft, radiant cascade created by 112 Fancy Color Brilliant Diamonds (2.27 cts). Each diamond carries a warm honey‑yellow...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Multi-Colored Diamond Platinum Flower Basket Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Marquise shaped fancy yellow diamonds that total 2.31 carats, accompanied by a GIA report.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Jupiter Lighthouse pendant necklace 14KT white gold Fancy yelllow diamond pendan
Located in Jupiter, FL
Our signature pendant made with a Jupiter lighthouse and set with a fancy yellow diamond, the pendant is 23mm long, comes with a stunning chain 18 inches long.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.51 Carat Fancy Yellow Square Cut Diamond Halo 18K Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 1.51 carat fancy yellow princess cut diamond halo engagement ring set in 18K two-tone white and yellow gold, featuring half-moon and round accent diamonds totaling 0.64 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
5 Carat Cushion Fancy Yellow Eternity Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the epitome of luxury with our IGI Certified 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Eternity Band Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage GIA 3.89ctw Natural Fancy YELLOW VVS1 Radiant Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
1980s Fancy Yellow Diamond Cluster Ring - A masterclass in high-impact glamour.
Diamond, 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.
