18K White Gold Multi-Row Diamond Bangle with Natural Diamonds IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.86 ct (162 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Inspired by renewal and grace, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Allison Kaufman 14K Yellow Gold Geometric Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Allison Kaufman 14K yellow gold bangle bracelet with baguette & round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.02 carats total.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,620Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle with Scallop Design
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold diamond bangle with scallop design, containing 7 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .15pts.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,100 / item
18 K Rose Gold Sarab Shinny bangle with Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
An elegant expression of contemporary craftsmanship, this Sarab bangle is sculpted in radiant 18K rose gold, featuring a rhythmic sequence of textured, organic bead-like forms.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Morganite Bangle Bracelet With Diamonds 2.02 Carats 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Morganite: 1.98 Carats Diamond: 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K Rose Gold
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Moonstone Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
Victorian hinged bangle bracelet in 18K yellow gold featuring an oval moonstone framed by 2.30 carats of rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Bangle Bracelet with Princess Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Bangle Bracelet with Princess Cut Diamonds In 14K Yellow Gold With princess cut diamonds 31 stones - 3.00ct Round Pave diamonds - 1.15ct for 6-7in wrist
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Bangle with Round Diamond Closure
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18 karat gold, this refined bangle features a delicate round diamond motif that cleverly doubles as the clasp.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Micropave Diamond Bangle Bracelet with Hinge
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat white gold 8.5mm wide micropave bangle featuring 312 round brilliant cut diamonds of VS clarity and G color totaling 2.67 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$25,000 / item
Silver and 24k Gold Bangle with Ruby and Diamond
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Silver 925 30 g 24 Karat Gold 6 g 5.50 ct Champagne Diamond 2.70 ct Diamond 12 ct Ruby
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Diamond Bangle Bracelet with Single Station Round Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold bangle bracelet with round faceted natural diamonds weighing 0.36 carat total and one center round natural diamond weighing 0.19 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Bangle Bracelet with Center Marquise Diamond Station in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold bangle bracelet with round faceted natural diamonds weighing 0.36 carat total and one center marquise shape natural diamond weighing 0.20 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,509Sale Price|20% Off
Piaget Possession Spinning Bangle Bracelet With Diamonds & 18K Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Item Details: • Material: 18K Yellow Gold • Weight: 45.8 grams • Diamonds: 116 brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling 1.74 carats • Dimensions: Inner diameter 62.5 mm, total length 19.9 cm
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,900 / item
18k Rose Gold Shiny Bangle with Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Interlacing the finest round cut diamonds and rose gold nuggets to create an echo of the many stories of resilient women of the desert
Diamond, Rose Gold
Amwaj Rose Gold Triple Strands Diamond Bangle with Ruby
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Amwaj multi-strand diamond bangle in 18 karat rose gold, features rows of glittering round rubies, culminating in pear shape diamonds that are set in a way that they almost touch, d...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Milky Diamonds
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
The oval shape of this sturdy Faye Kim 18k Gold Milky Diamond Hinged Bangle bracelet gives it a secure and comfortable fit. 14 milky diamonds 6.49 tcw Size 2.5" Width 5mm Handmade ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds - ROPE collection*
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the stunning Rope Bangle from the traditional Micheletto collection, meticulously crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and adorned with breathtaking white diamonds.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bangle in 18K Yellow Gold with White Diamonds - MOONLIGHT collection *
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Total Gold Weight: 92.20 grams Total Weight of White Diamonds: 5.36 carats (color GH, clarity VVS1) Stamp: 10 MI ITALY 750 This bangle is a perfect statement piece, blending sophist...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Bangle Bracelet White and Rose Gold with Natural Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Size: 16 Bracelet width: 0.8 cm, depth: 0.4 cm Top width: 1.9 cm, length: 3.3 cm, height: 1.2 cm This stunning French bangle bracelet is a masterful example of fine jewelry craftsma...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$3,897Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Multicolor Flower Bangle with 1 Carat Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your collection with this stunning 14K white gold bangle, weighing 28.17 grams. Adorned with vibrant multicolor flower designs, this bangle...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hinged Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold with Safety Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold bangle bracelet with 19 round diamonds weighing 0.35 carats total.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Sculpted Diamond Bangle with Textured Links IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Rose Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 1.08 ct (168 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch This rose gold bangle captures ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Pearl Bangle with Floral Design
Located in Queens, NY
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Pearl Bangle, featuring five enameled floral motifs, each pansy flower adorned with one prong set single cut diamond, five diamonds weighing a total of...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel
RUCHI Rose-Cut White Diamond with Black Diamond Pavé White Gold Bangle
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond: 10.47 ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bangle Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 16.69 carats with Diamond 1.03 carat Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Diameter: 6.1 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 75.88 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it wa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Bangle with Cross Motif Adorned with Diamonds, Circa 1980, Italy
Located in London, GB
This attractive 18k yellow gold bangle has a cross motif and is adorned with approximately 2 carats round cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Rose Gold Oval Bracelet Bangle with Jade & Diamonds
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
* Design Concept--- This ring features a cabochon genuine Sir Lanka Star Sapphire. The design is simplistic yet elegant. The ring looks very exquisite with some diamonds tracing the ...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Sculpted Diamond Bangle with Textured Links IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 1.08 ct (168 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch A celebration of organic form a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Geometric Diamond Bangle with Round Accents IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.37 ct (36 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch A luminous interpretation of cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Bangle with Round Diamond Closure
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
18k Gold Round Closure Diamond Bracelet Inner Diameter 2.25" x 2.5" Diamonds: .3 tcw BR95D-RD
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Sculpted Diamond Bangle with Textured Links IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K White Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.87ct (168 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch Designed for those who embody qui...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cable Lasso Bangle with Diamond Center
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cable Lasso Bangle with Diamond Center - The white gold center piece contains 12 round brilliant diamonds with a total approximate weight of .50ct with G - I ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet with 5 Carat Round Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 0.35 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 3 Color: F Clarity: VS Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 4.65 Carat Diamond Number of Stone...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet with 8.07ct Diamonds, Hong Kong
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This playful bangle features sumptuous Marquise-shape and Round-shape White Diamonds setting among 18K white gold.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exclusive Wave Bangle Rose Gold with White Ceramic and Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Exclusive Wave Bangle Rose Gold with White Ceramic and Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Geometric Diamond Bangle with Round Accents IdunnCollection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
• Metal: 18K Rose Gold • Gemstones: Natural Diamonds • Total Diamond Weight: 0.37 ct (36 stones) • Diameter of bracelet: 1.8 inch - 2.3 inch A refined expression of grace and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Diamond and Emeralds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Diamond and Emeralds - The bangle measures is 20.6mm wide on te top and tapers down to 7.5mm on the bottom.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet with Pear Shape Diamond Accent in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold bypass bangle with one pear shape diamond weighing 0.24 carat and round diamonds weighing 0.68 carat total
Diamond, White Gold
Natkina 14K Yellow Gold Rainbow Sapphire Bangle with Diamonds, 6.56ctw
By Natkina Jewellery
Located in New York, NY
Brand Natkina Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Gemstone: Sapphire's Diamonds 110pc: 0.65ctw Clarity: VS Color: G Sapphire 24 pc stones: 6.56ctw Comes with Generic Box ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flexible Bangle Bracelet with 7 Round Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K rose gold flexible bangle with 7 round faceted natural diamonds weighing 0.27 carat total.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Wavy Curved 18K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Round Cut Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
18 karat yellow gold bangle with 2.50 carats in round cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Bangle with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Lucerne, CH
Indulge in the everlasting charm of Cartier's heritage with this stunning Love Bangle. Meticulously crafted from 18 Karat white gold and embellished with 216 brilliant-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ice Diamond Bangle Accented With Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:16.75g,D:18.25Ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 6.36 carats with Diamond 0.12 carat Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Diameter: 5.5 cm Total Weight: 27.96 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 2.57 carats with Diamond 0.26 carat Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Diameter: 5.6 cm Total Weight: 8.27 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bangle Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 12.58 carats with Diamond 4.50 carats Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Diameter: 6.0 cm Length: 1.8 cm Total Weight: 62.84 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ladies Bangle, 14 Karat Gold, with Emeralds, Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Berlin, DE
Ladies Bangle, 14K Gold, with Emeralds, Diamonds and Pearls.
White Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 6.23 carats with Diamond 0.60 carat Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.8 cm Diameter: 5.6 cm Total Weight: 38.21 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pretty Peacock Bangle in Silver and Gold with Rosecut Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Pretty Peacock bangle in Silver and Gold with rosecut diamonds a unique blend of modern and traditional look.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 4.02ct Round Diamonds, Size 7
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant 14-karat yellow gold bangle bracelet seamlessly blends classic sophistication with modern brilliance.
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Slim Hinged Bangle with 0.64ct Round Diamonds, Modern
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite 14-karat yellow gold bangle bracelet effortlessly blends classic sophistication with modern brilliance, making it a timeless addition to any jewelry collection.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 27.08 carats with Diamond 1.21 carats Bangle set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Diameter: 6.0 cm Total Weight: 69.24 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$23,668Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Wide 18ct White Gold Cuff with Nine Rows of 11ct Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This extraordinary wide diamond bangle is crafted in luxurious 18-carat white gold and fully set with nine meticulously arranged rows of diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Flexible bangle bracelet with diamonds 0.45 carats 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Ladies bracelet in 14KT white gold with natural diamonds, 0.45 crats total weight VS-SI clarity and F-G color. Super stretchy and quality is out of this world. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMP...
Diamond
Oxidised Silver and 14k Gold Cuff Bangle with Smoky Diamonds
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
5,5 ct Smoky Diamond 0,6 g 14 k Gold
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Scalloped Bangle with Diamonds - VHK#251A
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Scalloped Bangle with Diamonds - VHK#251A Item Details: Year: 1980s Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 57.1 grams (All Items Total) ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bangle with East-West Oval Diamond
Located in Wailea, HI
15 Oval-cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold 4-prong bangle bracelet.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bangle with East-West Oval Diamonds
Located in Wailea, HI
15 Oval-cut diamonds set in 18k rose gold 4-prong bangle bracelet.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rosior Bangle Bracelet set in White and Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
The Bangle is also set with: - 32 White Diamonds with 0,15 ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Bangle set with Rectangular Emeralds and Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This substantial hinged bangle is crafted in 18K gold and set with a continuous row of rectangular-cut emeralds totaling approximately 2.50 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.
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.