$48,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold Ceramic With Pave Diamonds – Size 18
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love bracelet from the iconic collection, crafted in 18K white gold and black ceramic. This contemporary version is defined by the signature screw motif, elevated with pavé-s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bracelet with blue brilliant cut diamonds handcrafted in 18Kt Rose gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique Bracelet with blue brilliant cut diamonds handcrafted in 18Kt Rose gold. Elegant stripe of 18Kt gold create the delicate shilouete of this bracelet around your wrist. The blue...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Nouveau 18kt Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Natural Coral and Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
A striking Art Nouveau-style rigid cuff bracelet crafted in 18kt yellow gold, featuring natural coral inserts and brilliant-cut diamond pavé. The bold geometric design is accentuated...
Diamond, Pearl, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trinity Daylight Rose Gold Bracelet by Sicis Jewels, with Diamond & Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Meet the Trinity Daylight bracelet, a radiant embodiment of timeless elegance and harmony. Crafted from lustrous gold, the bracelet seamlessly blends into a mesmerizing mosaic remin...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
G. Verdi 18KT. Gold Bracelet with 15.69Cts of Amethyst & Tsavorites, & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Round brilliant Diamonds and heart shaped Tsavorites join the Amethyst links.
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Bracelet with Beads and Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This is S.Georgios designer rope bracelet knitted from 18 Karat yellow gold threds in our workshop in Greece. This all custom-made flexible bangle bracelet is decorated with white go...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Rose Gold Bracelet with Blue Brown Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer two-tone double tennis bangle bracelet in white and rose gold 18 karats with brown and blue diamonds are all microscopically set.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pin...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet with Yellow and White Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer bracelet all handmade from solid 18 Karat White Gold and microscopically decorated with white gold wires and a unique Byzantine velvet background. The Bracelet fe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 6.75ct. Bracelet in 14Karat Rose Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegant and vibrant, this 14K rose gold bracelet showcases a striking oval step-cut rhodolite at its center. The deep, rich hues of the gemstone are beautifully complemented by a del...
Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 7.48ct. Bracelet in 14Karat Rose Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegant and vibrant, this 14K rose gold bracelet showcases a striking cushion step-cut rhodolite at its center. The deep, rich hues of the gemstone are beautifully complemented by a ...
Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Fortune Kinetic Bracelet in 18ct Rose Gold with White Diamonds Sybarite Jeweller
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Fortune Kinetic Bracelet in 18ct Rose Gold with White Diamonds Sybarite Jewellery. The Fortune Kinetic Bracelet from Sybarite Jewellery is a refined symbol of elegance, luck, and inn...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style 14k White Gold Bracelet With Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Plainview, NY
Art Deco Style 14k White Gold Bracelet With Rubies and Diamonds This stunning Art Deco style bracelet is finely crafted in 14K white gold and showcases the era’s signature elegance ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique gold bracelet with rubies and diamonds, Austria-Hungary 1872-1922.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique bracelet crafted from 14-karat yellow gold (0.585 fineness) set with higher-purity gold. The bracelet is adorned with natural rubies weighing approximately 0.90 ct in tota...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
18kt White Gold Cuff Bracelet with 5.79ct Black and 8.12ct White Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18k. White Gold Cuff Bracelet set with 5.79 Carat Black & 8.12 Carat White Diamonds Exclusive Glamorous Diamond Cuff bracelet who will turn every woman into a Diva. White Gold Br...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
Unique 14k White Gold Bracelet with diamonds in brilliant cut 5.07 ct.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique bracelet with diamonds in brilliant cut. We present an exceptional bracelet decorated with numerous diamonds with a total weight of approximately 5.07 ct. These stones have b...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel Gold Bracelet with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and elegant Victorian 15k rose and yellow gold hinged bangle bracelet, late 19th century, England.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Old 18k gold bracelet with sapphires and old-cut diamonds 1.70 ct
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique gold bracelet with sapphires and "old" brilliant-cut diamonds Crafted of 18-karat gold (0.750 fineness), adorned with six faceted sapphires of intense, light blue color weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 10 Diamond Love with Screw Driver SZ 17 Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love bangle bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, classic width and classic model, set with 10 diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$50,080Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold Ceramic With Pave Diamonds – Size 19
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Ceramic Screws and Pave Diamonds – Size 19, Service Receipt Included. This authentic pre-owned Cartier Love bracelet is crafted in 18K whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Bracelet with Multi-Color Gemstones and Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Bracelet with Multi-Color Gemstones and Diamonds 23 Blue Sapphires - 0.48 CT 5 Diamonds - 0.06 CT 8 Green Garnets - 0.16 CT 18 Orange Sapphires - 0.40 CT 33 Pink Sapphi...
Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold
Van Esser 18 kt Gold Flexible Bracelet with Diamonds, Cabochon, Sapphires & Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Van Esser 18 kt. Gold Flexible Bracelet with Diamonds, Cabochon, Sapphires and Ruby. Sapphire: 2 Cabochon sapphire approx. 1,3 ct. Ruby: 1 Cabochon Ruby, approx. 0,5 ct...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Fortune Kinetic Rainbow Bracelet in Yellow Gold with White Diamonds & Precious
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Make your own luck with our Fortune Rainbow bracelet. This contemporary 18ct yellow gold Fortune Rainbow kinetic bracelet is a playful take on the Wheel of Fortune. Loving designed w...
White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Diamond Bracelet with 0.14ct Natural Diamond
Located in רמת גן, IL
The Classic 0.12ct Diamond bracelet is a versatile and meaningful accessory, often chosen as symbolize a singular and enduring love. Its timeless design allows it to complement vario...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Designer Blue Enamel Bracelet Surrounded with Pave Diamonds in Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt Gold:1.28gms, Diamond:2.4Cts, Silver:21.42gms," Size:49X58X13MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel, Gold
Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Bracelet With Onyx Shoulders in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tailored, Mid-20th Century 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet is comprised of three rows with diamond encrusted bombe plates at the center, and with polished bombe onyx shoulders.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
de Grisogono Ventaglio bracelet in 18k gold & diamonds. Part of set with earring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in London, GB
This spectacular Ventaglio bracelet by de Grisogono is made of 18k pink gold and adorned with alternating rows of white and icy diamonds. In total there are approximately 11.25 carat...
Diamond, Gold
18k gold bracelet with 1.60ct old cut diamonds, France, early 20th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique gold bracelet with diamonds. Crafted from 18k yellow gold (0.750 fineness) with silver accents. The central three old brilliant-cut diamonds weigh 0.70ct (H-I color and VS2-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Emerald and Ruby Bracelet with Diamonds Mounted in 18k Gold and Silver
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Emerald and Ruby Bracelet with Diamonds Mounted in 18k Gold and Silver from the D'art collection - Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Carrara Y Carrara 18kt Yellow Gold Twin Elephant Bracelet with .48cts Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet features two very detailed elephants in the sandblasted yellow gold finish, which is a beautiful contrast to the high polish of the bangle.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou Classic Pave Diamond 18K White Gold Bracelet with Box
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic symbol of creativity and modern luxury, this Cartier Juste un Clou Classic Bracelet is crafted in luminous 18 karat white gold and fully adorned with brilliant pavé-set dia...
Diamond, White Gold
$7,800Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Sapphire Cuff Bracelet With Grill & Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:3.090g, Diamond:17.53ct, Silver:43.416g, Ruby:6.67ct, Sapphire:3.63ct, Size: 60X60MM"
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
La Nouvelle 18 Karat Gold Bracelet with .59 Carat Diamonds and Burgundy Enamel
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a bangle , half in hi polished rose gold, the other half in an expandable tubogas coiled design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$7,150Sale Price|20% Off
27.67ct Oval Shaped Emerald Cuff With Diamonds Made In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and stylish this broad bangle with leafy pattern with oval shape Emerald and Diamonds is set in silver and with 14K Gold closure and locking system. 14KT: 2.90GMS Diamond:...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Elegant bracelet made of 14k gold with 17 brilliant-cut diamonds 0.50 ct.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Modern, elegant bracelet made of 14k white and yellow gold (0,585). Openable rigid diamond bracelet with 17 brilliant-cut and 8/8 diamonds with a total weight of 0.50 ct. Origin: W...
Diamond, Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel With Gemstones And Diamonds Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional bracelet by David Webb is a bold celebration of color, craftsmanship, and unmistakable style. Masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold, it features the designer’s sign...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diana M 23.55 cts Leopard Print Fashion Bangle
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt rose gold diamond bangle adorned with yellow diamonds and black and white spots totaling 23.55 cts tw of diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
$5,852Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Geode Bracelet with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:26.802g, Diamond:1.61ct, EMERALD:3.63ct, GEODE:18.85ct, Size: 49X58X14MM"
Diamond, Emerald, Geode, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fortune Kinetic Rainbow Bracelet in White Gold with White Diamonds & Precious St
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Make your own luck with our Fortune Rainbow bracelet. This contemporary 18ct white gold Fortune Rainbow kinetic bracelet is a playful take on the Wheel of Fortune. Loving designed wi...
White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sa...
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" 3-Layer Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat Ice White gold. Five brilliant white diamonds at 0.31 carat total weight are prong set and neste...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 14k gold bracelet with old-cut sapphires and diamonds, Austria 1872-1902
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique bracelet crafted from 14-karat yellow gold (0.580 fineness). Provenance: Austrian fox head hallmark 1872-1922, import stamp 1872-1902, mark of the Vienna inspection office. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" 4 Layer Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat Black Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat Black Lava gold. Six brilliant white diamonds at 0.35 carat total weight are prong set and neste...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" 3 Layer Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat Pink Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat Pink Champagne gold. Five brilliant white diamonds at 0.31 carat total weight are prong set and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,993Sale Price|20% Off
Floral Design Enameled Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:19.578g, Diamond:1.85ct, SiIver:67.952g, Enamel:6.75g, Size: 46X56X40MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Semi-Rigid Bracelet with 3.20 ct Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Roma, IT
An elegant and finely crafted Italian semi-rigid bracelet, made of 18K yellow gold with a luxurious artisanal finish. This jewel weighs 21.27 grams and measures 17 cm in length, offe...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet with 10 Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with 10 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Cartier Size 16 Comes with its Certificate of Authenticity and screw.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$7,328Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Style Link Bracelet with Diamonds Around Set in Silver and Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This eye-catching bracelet features shimmering 16.23ct diamonds set in a bold link motif, crafted from 3.35g of 18K gold and 50.954g silver. The intricate openwork design and rich co...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2.00 CTTW Diamond Hinged Cuff Bracelet With Tapered Width in Two-Tone 18K Gold
By New York Jewelers Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegance meets sophistication in this exquisite two-tone diamond bangle bracelet. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow and white gold, this bracelet showcases a harmonious blend of...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Fortune Kinetic Rainbow Bracelet in Rose Gold with White Diamonds & Precious St
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Make your own luck with our Fortune Rainbow bracelet. This contemporary 18ct rose gold Fortune Rainbow kinetic bracelet is a playful take on the Wheel of Fortune. Loving designed wit...
White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapph...
R.C.M. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet with Pave Diamond Hearts and Emeralds
By RCM
Located in New York, NY
They alternate with 6 pave diamond hearts set in white gold. The inside measurement is 2.5 inches across.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 K Yellow Gold Semi-Rigid Bracelet with LOVE Writing in Diamonds Ct.0.30
Located in BARI, IT
Semi-rigid bracelet in yellow gold with LOVE writing with diamonds ct. 0.30. You can also wear it on the wrist which is larger in size, as the structure of the bracelet is slightly e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yianni Creations Peridot and Diamond Silver Bracelet with Rhodium and 24 K Gold
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations artisan silver bangle bracelet featuring a 2.00 Carat Peridot accompanied by 0.07 Carat brilliant cut White Diamond and is all handcrafted from fine silver 950 purity.
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 24k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
$11,784Sale Price|20% Off
Rosecut Diamonds & Ruby Cuff With Filigree Work Made In 14k yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:62.810g, Diamond:1.68ct, Silver:59.270g, RUBY:24.71ct, 66X51X43 MM
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$10,469Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby Cuff Bracelet with Pave Diamond Design Made in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14K:2.83g, Diamond:15.700ct, Silver:125.396g, RUBY:39.370ct
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$4,900Sale Price|20% Off
Floral Design Enamel Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:18.122g, Diamond:1.89ct, SiIver:70.510g, Enamel:8.09g Size: 46X56X40MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
$6,560Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby Cuff with Fire Design Pattern & Pave Diamonds Made in Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14kt:2.42gms, Diamond:8.02cts, Silver:100.64gms, RUBY:32.7.75cts, Size: 59X58X33MM"
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,464Sale Price|20% Off
Carved Enamel Cuff Bracelet with Emerald & Diamond Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18K:2.60g, Diamond:4.780ct, Silver:52.44g, Emerald:0.460ct
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
1.14 ct of Diamonds on a Rigid Bracelet with Heart Endings 18Kt Gold Made Italy
Located in Rome, IT
Rigid spring bracelet, with heart-shaped ends. The bracelet is made up of a row of diamonds with a final heart with pavé diamonds. The total carat weight of the diamonds is 1.14 ct....
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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, 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.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
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.