$1,599Sale Price|20% Off
L 0.7 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Freshwater Pearl Diamond Earring 0.27 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold stud earring featuring one Pink Freshwater Pearl measuring 12-13 MM with 2 round brilliants weighing 0.17 carats with a diamond halo weighing 0.10 carats.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamonds with Rose Gold Studs Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold South Sea Pearl 11-12 mm Diamond: 1.30 Carats
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Three-Row Diamond Bangle Bracelet 2.32 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold bangle bracelet featuring three rows of 172 round brilliants weighing 2.32 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Great for stacking! Available in yellow & white gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$3,256Sale Price / item|20% Off
HARBOR D. Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.85 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold bangle bracelet featuring 45 round brilliants weighing 0.85 carats. Great for stacking! Available in yellow & white gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Triangle Diamond Ring, Engagement Chevron Ring Set
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Triangle diamond bezel sets on chevron ring guard. Metal: 14k rose gold Measurement: 1mm band width Stone: White Diamond Stone Shape: Triangle Stone Size: 5mm Color: GHI Clarity: V...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,871Sale Price / item|25% Off
L 1.5 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Morganite Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings 2.80 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose gold drop earrings featuring two Pear shape Morganite weighing 2.04 carats flanked with 50 round brilliants weighing 0.76 carats and two Pink Freshwater Pearls measurin...
Diamond, Morganite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,784Sale Price|20% Off
Rose De France Diamond Halo Paperclip Pendant Necklace 22.60 Carats 14KT Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Rose gold pendant featuring one Rose De France emerald cut weighing 22.11 carats flanked with 69 round brilliants weighing 0.49 carats on a paperclip chain.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold, White Diamonds and Rubies Large Heart Shaped Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Large earrings crafted in 18k rose gold Diamonds G Colour VS Clarity = 2.18 carats Rubies = 15.00 carats Net Weight = 27.00 grams
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial -Z- Letter Personal Diamond 0.15 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Diamond Initial “Z” Ring in 9 Karat Rose Gold – Fancy Script Personal Jewellery, British Hallmarked This exquisite diamond initial ring showcases a beautifully crafted fancy script ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial 'S' Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold and set with natural diamonds, each piece is British hallmarked to ensure authenticity and exceptional quality.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Diamond Rose Gold Wedding Band with Inscriptions
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very unusual wedding band. The band is 18K Rose Gold. There are 0.03 Carat Diamond G SI. There are three inscriptions:.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.20 Carat Diamond Teardrop Ring Stacked with Chevron Rose Gold Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Teardrop cut diamond ring stacked with crown chevron. Stone weight 0.20 carat diamond Stone size 5x3 mm Clarity: VS Color: GHI Set of two rings Stone shape: Pear Measurement: 1.35mm ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alphabet Initial – W - Letter Personal Diamond 0.14 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold, the refined fancy script letter is set with natural diamonds, offering delicate sparkle and timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, A, Ring 9 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H Clarity ...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial 'R' Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set with round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.11 carat, this ring is crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial 'P' Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set with round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.10 carat, this ring is crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial-N-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The ring is crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold and set with round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.11 carat.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial Q Letter Personal Diamond 0.12 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set with round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.12 carat, this ring is crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial-O-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set with round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totalling approximately 0.11 carat, this ring is crafted in solid 9 karat rose gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial S Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, E, Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial - E - Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, L, Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, M, Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, A, Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
0.75 Carats Diamond Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Fun Everyday Hoop Earrings The Hoop earrings are 18K Rose Gold There are 0.75 Carats in Diamonds G VS The earrings are 2" Wide The earrings weigh 9.00 grams
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Alphabet Initial-M-Letter Personal Diamond 0.11 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A thoughtful and ideal gift for someone special, or a refined luxury piece to treasure yourself. With Hasbani Diamonds, you never need a reason to sparkle. Details: Gemstone: Natura...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial -Y- Letter Personal Diamond 0.12 Carat 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat rose gold and set with natur...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial-L-Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A thoughtful and ideal gift for someone special, or a refined addition to your own jewellery collection. With Hasbani Diamonds, you never need a reason to sparkle. Details: Gemstone...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial, C, Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Gemstone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Dimensions: Band Width 1.5mm Main Stone Shape: Round Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Quality: G – H...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$6,796 / item
W 0.88 in L 2.25 in
Diamond Leaf Motif Drop Earrings 3.05 Carats 18 Karat Rose Gold 6.4 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose gold leaf motif earrings featuring 412 round brilliance weighing 3.05 carats. Color G Clarity SI
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sky Blue Topaz Diamond Drop Earrings 20.97 CTTW 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat rose gold drop earrings featuring two oval shape Sky Blue Topaz weighing 20.85 Carats with 32 round brilliants, 0.12 carats.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,864Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 1 in
Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 0.30 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 mm and 36 round brilliants weighing 0.30 carats in a miligrain motif.
Diamond, Rose Gold
$4,500
Rose Cut Diamond Ring
By Istanbul Diamond House
Located in Bayazıt, TR
Welcome to Istanbul Diamond House! This ring consists of rose cut diamonds and 18k gold. (1,50 ct rose cut diamond and 0,37 ct round diamonds) It has a very modern design with rose c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,748Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 1.25 in
Morganite South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings 2.53 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold drop earrings featuring two morganites weighing 2.03 carats surrounded by round brilliants weighing 0.50 carats and two south sea pearls measuring 12-13mm. Available ...
Diamond, Morganite, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial-G-Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat rose gold and set with natur...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Alphabet Initial, D, Letter Personal Diamond 0.13 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat rose gold and set with natur...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial, F, Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the contemporary personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat rose gold and set with natur...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial, I, Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A must-have expression of the modern personalization trend, this Illustrious Alphabet Initial Ring by Hasbani Diamonds London is crafted in 9-karat rose gold and set with natural dia...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial-J-Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9Kt Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A thoughtful and ideal gift for someone special, or a refined addition to your own jewellery collection. With Hasbani Diamonds, you never need a reason to sparkle. Details: Gemstone...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Alphabet Initial – X - Letter Personal Diamond 0.10 Carat 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial Fancy Script - X - Letter Ring 9 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Bangle
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold South Sea pearl 11-12 mm 32 Diamonds 0.12 Cts.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring Set - Rose and Choc
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald adorned with diamond accents. Set of two rings Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Zambian Emerald Stone Weight: 1 Carat Accent Stone: Round Diamond Diamond Color and Clari...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-T-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -T- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial B Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -B- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat Tri Color Yellow White Rose Gold Diamond Bangles 3.80 Cttw Flexible
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
White Gold - 1.29 Carats Rose Gold - 1.26 Carats Yellow Gold - 1.25 Carats Have bigger Carat weights in stock too.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,736Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dm 0.63 in
Three Row Diamond Hoop Earrings 1.50 Carats 14 Karat Rose Gold 4.6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Rose gold hoop earrings featuring three rows of round brilliants weighing 1.50 carats. 50 Diamonds Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-H-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -H- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -Y- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -Y- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial G Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -G- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -O- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -O- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -P- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -P- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-J-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -J- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-W-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -W- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-N-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -N- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-Q-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -Q- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-I-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -I- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-R-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -R- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 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.