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White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
With this exquisite white gold diamond flower pendant, style and glamour are in the spotlight. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Flower Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
By Damiani
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Damiani 18K White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Diamonds 0.31ctw Made in Italy Retail $4400
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Flower Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond Flower Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Bracelet 2.50 CTW
Located in Stuart, FL
14k white gold diamond flower bracelet 2.50 CTW. All stones are round, bracelet measures 7 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Bracelet- This lovely bracelet features 52 round brilliant cut
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant #20931
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant- This sparkling 18K white gold pendant features seven round
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Baguette Leaver Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your look with these stunning 14K White Gold Diamond Flower Baguette Leaver Back Earrings
Category

2010s Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Circle Leaver Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of nature-inspired elegance with these 14K white gold diamond flower circle leaver back
Category

2010s Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9- This sparkling flower ring features 14
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace 2.56 Ct
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace Gorgeous diamond necklace features flowers made of diamonds
Category

20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace #14225
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace JAGi Certified- This stunning necklace
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Buccellati style 18K yellow and white gold diamond flower necklace features 22.57 carats of G
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 18K Yellow & White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 0.86Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Luca Carati 18k yellow and white gold diamond flower pendant long necklace. Features a
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2010s Italian Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Leaf Cocktail Ring 0.62 Carat Total
By Lili Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower leaf Cocktail ring 0.62 Carat Total .1 LILY CUT ® flower shape
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Swirl Stud Earrings by H2 at Hammerman
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Swirl Stud Earrings by H2 at Hammerman. H2 at Hammerman diamond
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2010s Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jay Feder 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jay Feder 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Bangle Bracelet Set with 99 round diamonds; total
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2010s Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jay Feder 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Jay Feder 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Drop Dangle Earrings Set with 322 round brilliant (1.65ct
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Early 2000s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Flower Studs
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with these 18k Gold Diamond Flower Studs, a perfect blend of
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Mid-20th Century Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9-9.25 #21379
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamond Flower Ring Size 9-9.25 Delicate and feminine, this
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
with the finest 14k white gold, this piece is made with the most fabulous flower design. It's
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earring
14K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earring
H 0.16 in W 0.28 in L 0.28 in
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: round brilliant = 0.72cttw Color: G/H Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18ct White Gold & Diamond Flower Cluster Earstuds
Located in London, GB
A contemporary pair of 18ct white gold 7 stone round brilliant cut diamond flower cluster earstuds
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2010s European Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.1 grams Diamond Details
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Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Flower Ring .75ct
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K white gold flower ring featuring 3/4 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds. The center 4.1mm
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k White Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in Boston, MA
in luxurious 18k white gold, the piece showcases a breathtaking floral design adorned with dazzling
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Chain Bracelet
Located in Great neck, NY
with sparkle! Diamond color and clarity is GH SI1-SI2.    14K Gold 0.32 ct. Natural White Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Moiseikin 18K White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A floral pendant consisting of 18K white gold, 0.755ct diamond, 0.09ct Rubies presents your look
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
white gold setting houses the floral pattern encrusted with round brilliant diamonds on the petals. The
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2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features a flower pendant with 7 diamonds weighing 0.30 carats set in 14K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
, Chain Flower Diamond Pendant, Gold Pendant, Gold Diamond Pendant, 18 Karat Gold Diamond Pendant, White
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2010s Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 22 round brilliant cut = 0.10cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2
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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow & White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow & white gold Diamonds: 11 round brilliant cut = 0.32cttw
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 42 round brilliant cut = 1.73cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

De Beers White Gold Diamond Flower Bombe Ring
By De Beers
Located in London, GB
A unique 18k white gold diamond dress ring by De Beers. The ring features an openwork flower design
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond: 13.0ct twd (estimated) Total Weight: 42.8 grams Necklace Length: 15.5
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20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vitale 1913 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold beautiful ring in flower shape is from our Timelless Collection. This elegant piece
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earrings for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
gold makes for a lasting and decadent addition to any jewelry collection. White Diamonds: 154 Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose and White Gold Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K rose & white gold Diamond: 162 round brilliant cut = 1.25cttw Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful unique vintage 18k white gold black rhodium flower cocktail ring, set with 0.35ct of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1990 Two Tone 18K Yellow/White Gold Diamond Flower Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1990 Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Two Tone 18K Yellow/White Gold [Hallmarked
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Double Halo Pendant 18k Rnd & Baguette 2.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.00ctw (carat stamp
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Diamond Flower Bangle Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Rnd 2.00ctw Halo Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 2.00ctw Cut: Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond White Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning White Gold Diamond Flower Ring, cast in lustrous white gold, radiates elegance and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Diana M. Custom Made 3.00 CT White Diamond Stud Earrings 18 K White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond flower stud earring adorned with 3.00 cts tw of brilliant cut round
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21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Damiani Diamond Flower White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Damiani
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Flower Ring by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

0.83ctw Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18K white gold, diamond flower ring. Ring is set with one hundred seventy-seven ( 177 ) round
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20th Century Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 6.05 Carat Flower Cluster Diamond Earrings
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18Kt White Gold Diamond Flower Earrings Featuring 6.05cts or 12 GIA certified pear shape matching
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21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Flower Earrings with Rose Cuts 2.10 carat total weight in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond Flower Earrings with Rose Cuts 2.10 carat total weight in 18k White Gold Diamond Flower
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Bezel Flower Station Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size 6.5 We absolutely adore this amazing 14 karat white gold diamond flower station ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Folie des Pres Diamond Flower White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Flower Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels from Folie des Pres collection. The Van
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

English Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond 1 Carat Flower 2.2 Inch Long Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 karat white gold diamond flower brooch pin, a timeless piece that
Category

Late 20th Century English Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Two-Tone Diamond Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
white gold diamond flowers in the center. The gorgeous band features brilliant cut white diamonds total
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, Whit...

1.58 Carats Diamond Flower White Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Flower Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 1.58 Carats in Diamonds F VS The ring is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.44 Carat Black & White Diamond Flower 18 Kt White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
White Diamonds and 1.31 Carat Black Diamonds) high-quality white diamonds G - H colour and eye clean
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.98 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Pendant in 14k White Gold ref2629
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
-set. The combined weight of the diamonds totals .98 carats, all gracefully set in 14k white gold. At
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.50ct Diamond flower-shaped Cluster Round Diamond Ring set in 18ct White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
unsurpassable style. These exquisite jewels feature flower-shaped diamonds resulting in a cluster of remarkable
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2010s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cluster Round 0.33 Carat Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Flower Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
natural diamonds Color G - H, Clarity VS - SI1 Round White Diamonds. Comes with a stunning white gold
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White Gold Diamond Flower For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact white gold diamond flower you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 5250 vintage or 7828 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a white gold diamond flower may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic white gold diamond flower over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Van Cleef & Arpels and Luigi Ferrara are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our white gold diamond flower for sale are for women, but there are 3232 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a White Gold Diamond Flower?

The price for a white gold diamond flower starts at $0 and tops out at $1,046,250 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,290.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About White Gold Diamond Flower
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Whether white gold or yellow gold is better for diamond earrings is a matter of personal preference. Due to its cool color, white gold will blend in with diamonds and keep the eye focused on the gemstones. Yellow gold will add warm color to earrings and make a bold contrast with the diamonds. Explore a large collection of diamond earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether diamond studs are better in white or yellow gold depends on your preferences. Yellow gold makes an appealing contrast with clear diamonds and brings warmth to earrings. On the other hand, white gold's cooler appearance can allow the diamonds to take center stage. Choose the variety that you like best. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of diamond stud earrings.