Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 B6048519
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 32 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the hea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$19,000 / item
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby diamond bracelet features vivid ruby accents framed by brilliant diamonds in a refined geometric arrangement. The rich red gemstones create striking contrast and give this ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 18 B6048518
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 27 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the head and t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 20 B6048520
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 32 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the hea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 B6048619
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k yellow gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 27 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 15 B6048615
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k yellow gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 27 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Gold Pave Diamond SM Love Bracelet Size 16 N6710816
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k white gold diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of the iconic screw motifs around the outer edge complemented with 177 round brilli...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 20 B6048720
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond bracelet by Cartier from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bracelet is in the style of a nail and has 27 round brilliant cut pave diamonds set in the head a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 15 B6048715
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold and diamond bracelet by Cartier from the Juste Un Clou collection. The bangle is in the style of a nail and has 27 round brilliant cut pavé diamonds set in the head...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel White Gold, Black Ceramic and Diamond Camélia Galbé Ring and Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful Chanel Limited Edition Camélia Galbé bracelet and matching ring in white gold, ceramic and diamond, featuring a charming black ceramic flower set at its center with a brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Boucheron very rare rose gold and diamond Froufrou bracelet
By Boucheron
Located in Addlestone, GB
Boucheron Rose gold Frofrou diamond bracelet. This Boucheron High Jewellery Masterpiece piece is very rare, with an estimated of 10 pieces ever made from this famous French Maison ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Sapphire Diamond Bangle, Crown Gallery, Circa 1950
Located in Miami, FL
A finely constructed mid-century bangle defined by its elevated crown-set gallery, where alternating sapphires and diamonds form a continuous graduated line across the wrist. Each st...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier D'Amour Single Diamond Bracelet Small Model 18K Yellow Gold 0.09Ct
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Cartier D'Amour chain bracelet is adorned with a bezel set single round brilliant cut diamond in the center weighing 0.09 carat. Small Model. Crafted in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou Classic Diamond Nail 18K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Fairfax, VA
An elegant Cartier Juste un Clou Classic Model bracelet crafted in solid 18K rose gold and accented with diamonds. The iconic nail-inspired design features clean lines and polished r...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Halo Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Halo Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: 1.06 Carats Emerald Weight: 0.70 Carats A refined and elegant design, this 18K white gold bang...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Love All Diamond and Ceramic White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond "LOVE" Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. SIZE 18. This bracelet comes with Cartier box & service paper from Cartier store in NYC. Retail Price: $49,800 plus tax. Wi...
Diamond, White Gold
Tourbillon Diamond Band in 18k Yellow Gold by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Tourbillon Diamond Band in 18k Yellow Gold by MARIANNE CANARELLI. Dimensions: Available upon request. Materials: 18k Yellow Gold, Mass-set Diamonds. The Tourbillon Band is a handmad...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Full Diamond Eternity Bracelet in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Maillon Panthere diamond eternity bracelet is a glittering example of Cartier superior craftsmanship and refined design. The bracelet features 3 rows of iconic interlocked br...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Couscous 'Pelouse' 18k gold bracelet with diamonds and rubies
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
This is a 1960s Van Cleef & Arpels Couscous or 'Pelouse' bracelet crafted in 18k yellow gold with textured beaded links accented with pave-set diamonds and diagonal bands of roun...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Ten Diamond White Gold Love Bangle Bracelet Size 18
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold 10 Diamond Cartier LOVE Bangle Bracelet, size 18. This authentic Cartier Love Bangle, crafted in 18k white gold, features 10 brilliant-cut diamonds for timeless elegan...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Juste Un Clou Diamond Classic Bracelet Size 18
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Juste un Clou bracelet crafted in 18-karat white gold and set with round brilliant-cut diamonds. The bracelet features Cartier’s signature nail-inspired design, wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mauboussin White Gold Bracelet, Sapphires and Diamonds
By Mauboussin
Located in Paris, FR
MAUBO0USSIN White Gold Bracelet, Sapphires and Diamonds 16 Diamonds of 0.2 Carat approximately, totalizing 2 Carats of Diamonds 16 Sapphires in Size: 6 x 4 mm. Security. Signed Maubo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet SM Size 17 B6048017
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge with a total weight 0.21ct and features...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art deco White Gold Bracelet with Colombian Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
White gold bracelet set with Colombian emeralds totaling approximately 5 ct and diamonds. Weight: 8.34 g.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Late Art Deco 9 Carats Diamonds and 2.50 Carats Colombian Emerald Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Period: Late Art Deco Year: 1930s Material: Platinum and 9.0 Carats Diamond and 2.50 Carats Colombian Emerald Weight: 28 Grams Size: Fits Up to 6.2” Wrist and 10.9mm Widest Point Ma...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier White Gold 6 Diamond SM Love Bracelet Size 15 B6047715
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k white gold Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of 6 round brilliant cut diamonds alternating with the iconic screw motifs along the oute...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
BOUCHERON PARIS 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Link Bracelet 1970s Vintage
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Boucheron Paris 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Bracelet by Pery Et Fils Circa 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer bracelet. Descrip...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou Diamond Rose Gold Nail Bangle Bracelet Size 16
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Nail Bangle Bracelet Size 16 by CARTIER. This bracelet comes with service paper from Cartier store in NY and a Cartier box. Retail Price: $15,00...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Ray of Light Bangle 2.90ct Size 19 CRN6038319
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k rose gold diamond bangle by Cartier from the Ray of Light collection. The bracelet is pave set with 116 round brilliant cut diamonds with an approximate total weight o...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platina Rivièra Art Deco Tennis bracelet with c. 6.00 ct. old mine cut diamonds.
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
An original platinum Art Deco rivièra tennis bracelet with alternately in size 42 old mine-cut diamonds in bezel setting en mille grain finish. Diamonds are bright and lively and are...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18K Rose Gold Juste Un Clou Diamond Classic Bracelet Size 16
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Juste un Clou bracelet crafted in 18-karat rose gold and set with round brilliant-cut diamonds at each end. The bracelet features Cartier’s signature nail-inspired design, wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Ginkgo Diamond 18k White Gold Leaf Charm Pendant w/Paper
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Ginkgo Diamond Charm Pendant Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 25997A Gemstones/Diamonds: Natural diamonds approximately 0.25 carat total weight D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER 1930 Art Deco Platinum Bracelet With 18.30 Cwt. Of VS Diamonds In Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco bracelet with diamonds designed by Cartier. A gorgeous bracelet created during the Art Deco period by the renowned French jewelry house Cartier, circa 1930. This rare an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Bracelet 18 Karat Gold Gourmet Links, Rubies and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier 18k yellow Gold Gourmet Link Bracelet with 22 Rubies and 132 Diamonds. Each link is set with 1 ruby and 6 Diamonds. Gourmet links set with rubies and diamonds. With Security...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Napoleon III Diamond Keepsake Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a real historic piece of jewellery. It is engraved on the inside ‘Castendolo 21 Giugno 1850 accepts le en souvenir de moi Napoleon III’, which translates into English as...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Retro Gold Bracelet with Diamonds HRD Certified
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Retro Gold Bracelet with Diamonds, HRD Certified, is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines retro charm with modern elegance. Crafted from 18-karat yellow and white gold, this...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Tri Color Gold Classic Model Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k rose, yellow and white gold Trinity bracelet by Cartier, classic model size. Set with a total of 3.20ctw G/VS diamonds. The bracelet will fit a small to medium size wrist, appr...
Diamond, Gold
Boucheron Bracelet 18k White Gold Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite Boucheron bracelet made of 18 karat white gold and diamond. This spectacular bracelet has a unique, outstanding design. It comprises of ten flexible gold and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Retro Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat white gold, weevil hallmark. Original retro white gold bracelet, it is formed of a swirl pattern held by a double cob mesh, the pattern is openwork and decorated...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Chopard Happy Diamonds bracelet crafted in 18k yellow gold. The signature design with free-moving diamonds reflects lightness, elegance, and the unmistakable Chopard style. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum 20.00 Carats Diamond, Sapphire, and Natural Pearl Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This Incredible Art Deco Bracelet is a symphony of geometric precision and timeless luxury, weighing a substantial 57.3 grams. Handcrafted in Platinum, it showcases the pinnacle of 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle Bracelet Size 16
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Tank Style: Bangle Bracelet Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: 1997 Cartier 750 E53038 16 Gemstones/Diamonds: One princess-cut natural diamond approx...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
DINH VAN Paris Modernist Geometric Bracelet 18Kt Gold With 10.74 VVS Diamonds
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric bracelet with diamonds designed by Dinh Van (1927-2022). This is a fantastic bracelet created in Paris France by the artist jeweler Jean Dinh Van, back in 1998. This rare ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond 18k White Gold Dangle Cross Charm Bracelet w/Paper 7"
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Diamond Dangle Cross Charm Bracelet Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 NS5438 Gemstones/Diamonds: Natural diamonds approximately 0.15 carat total w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel And Diamond Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the legendary Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., this iconic hinged bangle bracelet exemplifies the designer's unmistakable aesthetic. Crafted in France from platinum a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1920s Art Deco Diamond and Unheated Ruby Bracelet, marked Paris
Located in London, GB
This delicate Art Deco bracelet from 1920's is made of 9k gold and set with round cut diamonds and mixed cut natural rubies. Each section of the bracelet is embellished with a centra...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
Modern Emerald 6.37 Carats, Diamond 5.05 Carats and Platinum Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A modern emerald, diamond and platinum line bracelet, with five sets of three alternating with four sets of four French-cut emeralds, with a total weight of 6.37 carats, in channel s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Link Bracelet in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Ruby Diamond Bracelet features vivid rubies alternating with bright diamonds in an elegant link design. The Art Deco style brings balanced symmetry and a refined geometric chara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Turquoise Diamond Flowers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Charming retro bracelet, it consists of an openwork braid of textured mesh, held punctually by three flowers whose hearts are set with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
FRED Force 10 Large 18k White Gold Bracelet with Black Diamonds
By Fred Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
FRED Force 10 large bracelet, featuring an 18k white gold link set with black diamonds and a stainless steel cable. Original price: €8,900. Condition: excellent. Bracelet size: 14. B...
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold – Signed Estate Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 20.0 cts. Color/Clarity: G-H, VS Certifications: VCA Letter of Authenticity Size: 6.89 inches Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels, French Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 86....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Noble Diamond Bracelet, 18k White Gold, 1.24 Carat
Located in Berlin, BE
This exquisite diamond bracelet is a true masterpiece of elegance and luxury. Crafted from 18k white gold, this stunning piece of jewelry is adorned with a total of 11 diamonds, with...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Tri-Colour Gold Full Pavé Diamond Bracelet 20cm
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k tri-colour Cartier bracelet from the Trinity collection. The design features three intertwined 18k white, rose, and yellow gold 5mm bands, each fully pavé-set with three rows ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Gold Pave Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1086 Comes With Full Set (Box + Papers) Date Circa 2018 RRP £59,500 Incl. Taxes / €67,000 Incl. Taxes / $62,000 Excl. Taxes Model N6033602 Serial Number XJ**** Size 17 Size Gu...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Classic Love Bracelet Four Diamond Bangle in White Gold Size 19
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Love Bracelet Four Diamond Bangle in White Gold Size 19. Features 4 brilliant cut diamonds with a total carat weight of 0.42ct. Crafted in 18k white gold, it has a screw clos...
Diamond, White Gold
Mauboussin Diamond Gold Chain Bangle Bracelet, circa 1965
By Mauboussin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold bracelet with 78 brilliant-cut diamonds (app. 2 carats; colour D-G, clarity VVS-VS). Signed and numbered: Mauboussin Paris, 26913. With a French control mark, and ma...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Sweet Alhambra Six Motif Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisboa, PT
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra six-motif bracelet, crafted in 18 kt white gold and set with diamonds. An elegant interpretation of the Maison’s iconic Alhambra design, the bra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Line Bracelet
By Sophia D
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite Sophia D Art Deco-style bracelet embodies vintage elegance with a bold geometric mosaic design. Crafted in platinum, it features of 72 vibrant French-cut royal blue g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid Century 12.02 Carat Carre' Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational Mid Century line bracelet finely crafted in Platinum, featuring 58 Carre’ cut diamonds weighing approximately 12.02 carats total, H-J color, VS-SI clarity. The diamonds a...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Ceramic White Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Ceramic Diamond Bracelet by Cartier. Part of Cartier's Stunning "Maillon Panthere" Collection. With 117 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weigh...
Diamond, White 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.
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.