14K White Gold Satin Finish Bangle with 7 Round Diamonds Totaling .45ct
Located in New York, NY
This is a special gift for anyone who is starting off or has a collection of bangles or bracelets. This sleek 14k White Gold Satin Finish Bangel is fantastic for any occasion.
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Bangle, Bracelet, Set with Large Amethyst and Diamonds. Cadeaux.
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting 18 karat gold bangle set with large amethyst and diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Moonstone Bangle with Light Brown Diamonds, 5.80 ct, Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
bangle with rose-colored moonstone cone with a total of approx. 5.80 ct, 8 mm diameter, opaque fine Color quality, made of 750 rose gold, setting set with matching light brown full-c...
Brown Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst Tennis Bangle with Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Pretty in princess cut Amethyst bangle with diamonds around in silver and gold is an openable with safety clasps on both the sides. 18kt:4.17gms Silver: 20.655gms Diamond: 1.78cts A...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Geometric Bangle Bracelet with 0.49 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond
Located in Hamburg, DE
Crafted in elegant 18K white gold, this contemporary bangle bracelet features a distinctive geometric pattern.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Ladies Bangle with Precious Opal and Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique ladies bangle with precious opal and diamonds. 14 Karat gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose Gold Multi-Colors Sapphire Bangle Bracelet with 1ct Diamonds
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
TW: 27.89 g, G: 25.045 g Sapphire Weight: 12.981 CTS /27 Bangle Dimensions: 57.68 mm * 48.19 mm Width & Thickness: 12.81 mm * 5.28 mm Material: 18k Rose Gold & Natural Sri Lanka Sapp...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Carla Bracelet with Diamonds on White and Yellow Gold Bangle - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This sophisticated bracelet, dedicated to the name "CARLA," commemorates the 28th wedding anniversary. The name and the significant date are intricately incorporated int...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Peridot Bangle with Pave Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Chic and classy this cabochon peridot with pave diamonds bangle is oval in shape and opens on side and easy to wear on. This bangle has safety clasps on side. 14k:8.1gms Diamond: 1...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 kt. White Gold Bangle with Natural Pink Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
This 18kt white gold bangle with 5.25 ct. natural pink sapphires and 2.64 ct.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ladies Bangle, Bracelet, with Big Rubies and Diamonds, 14 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Ladies bangle with big Rubies and Diamonds. 14 Karat Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oxidised Silver and 14k Gold Cuff Bangle with Smoky Diamonds
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
3.5 ct Smoky Diamond 0.6g 14k Gold
Diamond, Silver
Bangle Bracelet with 1.75 Carat Diamonds and Safety Latch in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold shared prong bangle bracelet with 34 round brilliant-cut diamonds 1.75 carats total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 4.2ct Round G VS Diamonds
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in lustrous 18 Karat Yellow Gold, the piece showcases 140 Round Brilliant diamonds totaling 4.2 carats, each selected for their mesmerizing G color and VS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Katz White Gold Diamond Locking Cage Bangle
Located in Weston, MA
An elegant and modern bangle bracelet with a dusting of sparkling white diamonds along its lateral bars. 18K white gold locking cage bangle bracelet with white diamonds on lateral b...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Bangle with Princes Cut and Round Diamonds Totaling 6.55cts
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18-karat white gold bangle showcases a stunning combination of princess and round-cut diamonds, beautifully set in an invisible setting to create a seamless, continuous ...
Diamond, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle with Princes Cut and Round Diamonds Totaling 6.55cts
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18-karat yellow gold bangle showcases a stunning combination of princess and round-cut diamonds, beautifully set in an invisible setting to create a seamless, continuous...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1.75 Carat Princess Cut F-SI2 Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bangle with 1.75 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds DESCRIPTION: Elevate your style with this luxurious vintage bangle, craft...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. Gold Bangle Bracelet With 10 ct. Princess, Tapered, Brilliant Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Bangle Bracelet With 10 ct. Princess, Tapered, Brilliant Diamonds Diamonds: Beautiful Color & Quality !
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Two Tone Bangle With Half Diamond Pave
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
- Brand: Tiffany & Co. - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Design: Hinged bangle bracelet - Diamonds: Pavé-set along half of the bracelet - Closure: Hinged with clasp - Condition: Pre-owned...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet with 3.35 Carat Round H VS Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: 1.38 & 1.97 Carat, H, VS Elevate your style with this vintage 18K white gold bangle, showcasing a captivating design adorned with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful 14k yellow gold bangle bracelet with two rows of diamonds. This bracelet features a unique design with the two rows of diamonds being channel set and only on one ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bangle in White Gold with Emeralds, Malachite, Sapphires and White Diamonds
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Wrap your wrist in the vibrant elegance of the Colibrì bracelet, where delicate beauty takes flight. At its heart, a mesmerizing hummingbird unfurls with effortless grace, its emera...
White Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Bypass bangle with round cut graduated emeralds and diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 14-karat yellow gold bypass bangle is a stunning display of refined luxury and modern design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Bypass bangle with round cut graduated sapphires and diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 14-karat white gold bypass bangle is a stunning display of refined luxury and modern design.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
1970s French 18k yellow and rose gold hefty bangle with diamond accents
Located in London, GB
This stunning 1970s French 18 k gold bangle is beautifully made from yellow and rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Green Jade Bangle with Diamonds and Emeralds In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Oval oriental designer bangle with hand craved jade in center with round diamonds and emerald baguettes around. Closure: Tounge Clasp 18Kt: 2.9g Diamond: 2.86Ct Sl: 34.928g EMERALD...
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Silver, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Two Tone Diamond Bangle Bracelet with Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat yellow gold two-tone bangle stackable Bracelet all custom made by hand and features 2 rows of Brilliant Cut White Diamonds total weight of 1.15 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds - The Italian made bangle contains 3 diamonds that weigh about .10ct total weight with H color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Two Tone Gold/Slv Bangle Bracelet with 12.6ct Round & Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this antique two-tone gold and silver bangle, a stunning piece adorned with 900 round brilliant diamonds totaling 9...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Diamond Bangle in 18ct White Gold with 2.50ct Cluster Round Brilliant Cuts
Located in London, GB
A luxurious 18-carat white gold hinged bangle beautifully set with sparkling cluster diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Shaped Coral Bangle With Diamonds Made In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent 3 Oval shape coral with diamond leaf design around. This bangle is oval in shape and is openable on side and has safety clasp. 14kt:10.58gms Diamond:5.46cts Slv:35...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
4.29 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Bangle with Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
4.29 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Bangle with Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold Ruby 4.29 carats with Diamond 1.26, Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Gold - 15.31 Gm.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 5ct Round G VS Diamonds & 10.5ct Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: 5 Carat Diamond G VS, 10.5 Carat Ruby Elevate any ensemble with this vintage 18K yellow gold bangle, a true expression of luxury and sophistic...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sylvie Snake Wrap Bangle Bracelet with 0.15 Carat Diamonds in 14k Gold
By Julia Post Jewelry
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Elegant, symbolic, and undeniably captivating, the Sylvie Snake Bracelet is a contemporary interpretation of one of jewelry’s most enduring motifs. Expertly crafted in solid 14k gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with 8.55 Carat Round Diamonds Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this stunning 14 Karat Rose Gold Bangle, adorned with 8.55 carats of sparkling round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet 3.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies 14k rose and white gold bangle bracelet with diamonds. Weighs 21.8 grams and tests 58% gold using an XRF metals analyzer.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$9,975Sale Price / set|43% Off
14 Karat Rose and Yellow Gold Diamond Bangles
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k rose gold and 14k yellow gold diamond bangle with 142 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing 1.50cts.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamonds Tennis Bangle with Pave Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:15.12gms, Diamond:13.11cts, Silver:32.628gms Size: 65X57X18MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl - There are 4 square cut emeralds that measure about 3.5mm in diameter and weigh approximately .80ct total ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mughal Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel Bangle
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Indian 18th century Mughal 22k gold bangle with kundan set diamonds and rubies, featuring fine enamel work.
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1 Carat Diamond 6.64 Carat Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this stunning 14K yellow gold bangle, a true vintage masterpiece. Adorned with 0.8 carat oval-shaped diamonds and complemented by 0.2 ca...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
22 Karat Gold Diamond Three Tennis Bangle Bracelets with Colorful Enamel Work
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Diamond Three Tennis Bangle Bracelets with Colorful Enamel Work This exemplary Mughal era style hand-made Polki diamond single line bangle with colorful enamel is eter...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel
White and Yellow Flexible Bangle with Diamonds - Micheletto
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This exquisite bangle bracelet is crafted from a combination of white and yellow gold, adorned with sparkling white diamonds from the Champagne collection.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Metal x Wire 'Legacy Diamond Bangle' in 18kt Yellow Gold with 2.63 ct Diamonds
By Metal x Wire
Located in Davenport, FL
The Legacy Diamond Bangle is not just a piece of jewelry; it's an experience.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamond Accents – 19.40g
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A bold and vibrant expression of timeless elegance, this exquisite bangle showcases a colorful medley of precious gemstones set in rich 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1.26CT. Diamonds & 1.Ct. Cabochon Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet. The Vee shaped bracelet is set with pave diamonds and an oval cabochon blue sapphire.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co 18K White Gold Atlas Bangle Bracelet with 2.5 Carat Round Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Detailed Description: 2.5 Carat Diamond, Round Brilliant Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 2.5 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 82 Color: F C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
22 Karat Gold Diamond Four Tennis Bangle Bracelets with Colorful Enamel Work
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
22 Karat Gold Diamond Four Tennis Bangle Bracelets with Colorful Enamel Work This exemplary Mughal era style hand-made Polki diamond single line bangle with colorful enamel is etern...
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Enamel
14K Rose Gold 5/8ct Diamond with Pink Tourmaline Open Cuff Bangle with Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Wrapped with the opulence of 14K rose gold and studded with luminous white diamonds totaling 5/8 carats with a clarity of SI1-SI2 and G-H color, this 7-inch open cuff bangle is a mas...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Enamel Bypass Hinged Bangle with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and blue enamel with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.80 carats. Circa 1970s Size 6 1/4 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18K Two Tone Gold Bangle Bracelet with 0.15 Carat Round K-I1 Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gemstone 1: 0.15 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 12 Color: K Clarity: I1 Shape: Round Brilliant Dimension: 6.75*0.49*0.30IN Weight: 32.03 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$12,720Sale Price|20% Off
Hidalgo 18K White Gold Diamond Jacket with Red Enamel Insert Bangle Set
By Hidalgo
Located in Houston, TX
This bangle set has a jacket bangle made in 18K white gold with 3 "X" motifs of 120 round cut diamonds weighing 1.17 carat.
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 3.0 Carat Diamond Tennis Bangle in 14K White Gold with Yellow Rhodium
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Gracefully refined, this TJD diamond line bangle bracelet is crafted in solid 14K white gold with a subtle yellow rhodium–finished center, creating an elegant two-tone contrast.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black Enamel Designer Bangle with Diamonds and Emerald in Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Designer black enamel bangle with diamond motif on top and around. This bangle is openable and has beautiful floral silver grill inside for smooth feel inside. Closure: Box Clasp 1...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold, Enamel
Rosecut Diamonds & Pave Diamonds Snake Shaped Bangle With Ruby Eyes In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14k:12.07gD:11.23ct RUBY:0.02Cts
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Kunzite Bangle Bracelet with Diamond Accents
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Descending the sides of the asymmetrical lustrous bangle are flush-set brilliant cut diamonds for a finishing touch of sparkling white light.
Diamond, Kunzite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Lapis and White Coral Bangle Bracelet with Diamond Accents
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The deep blue lapis lazuli has the ethereal accompaniment of white coral for this 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet. A cushion lapis lazuli in a bezel set on one end with the precious ...
Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Bangle with Colombian Emeralds and Natural White Diamonds in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Colombian (Muzo) Emerald - 4.54 ct Emerald Cut White diamonds- 2.27 ct Made in 18K Gold HYT Jewelry is a Fine Diamond and Gemstone Jewelry company with offices worldwide.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Chic 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1.03 Carats of Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
By Freisfeld
Located in Hamburg, DE
The smooth, rounded profile of the bangle provides a comfortable fit. The radiant yellow gold complements the fiery diamonds, creating a piece that transitions seamlessly from daywea...
Diamond, 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.
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.