14K White Gold Three-Diamond Pendant #23460
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Three-Diamond Pendant- This sparkling 14K white gold pendant features three round brilliant cut diamonds in a graduated design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Three-Diamond Pendant Necklace #24190
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Three-Diamond Pendant Necklace- Crafted in 14K white gold, this elegant pendant features three round brilliant cut diamonds set in a sleek vertical designs.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Three Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Simple three stone open ladder channel set brilliant cut diamond pendant, in 14k white gold with 14k white gold 20 inch cable chain. 3 round brilliant cut diamonds, H-I SI approx....
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Pendant - 14k Single Cut
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Single Color: I - J Clarity: I1 - I2 Style: Three-Stone Measurements Tall (from stationar...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Three-Stone Diamond Pendant on Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a clean looking three-stone diamond and 18k white gold necklace with a chain included. Stone Info: 3x - VS2/E Diamonds Measuring, 0.21ct 3.75mm, 0.28ct 4.5mm, & 0.5ct 5...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
8 carats Emerald diamond gold pendant set three piece
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
8 carats Emerald diamond gold pendant set three piece 18k gold 18k gold 13.720 Diamond .40 carats Emerald 7.50 carats
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace #23891
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace- This sparkling pendant features three round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Three-Tone Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Three Tone Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace- This sparkling pendant necklace features 187 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 18K rose, yellow...
Diamond, Gold
Three Champagne Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Three Champagne Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold Drop Necklace features three natural Round Brilliant Diamonds with Champagne Brown color set vertically and dangling...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Three-Tone Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamond Accent, Vintage
Located in Sewickley, PA
This sleek pendant features a modern, sculptural design crafted in mixed gold tones.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Custom Made Pendant in 14K Three-Tone Gold with Diamond
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Unbranded Pendant Material: 14K Yellow & 14K White & 14K Rose Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Diamond: 1.00ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Pendant Dimension: Length with Bail: 30.04mm Length: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Emerald Diamond Pendant in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent lo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Maria Kotsoni Contemporary 18k Gold Three Pointed Star Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The Three pointed star, diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold hallmarked in Cyprus.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant - 14k Rd .50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .50ctw Style: Graduated Three...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Carat Diamond Keepsake Heart 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Show your love with this endearing diamond illuminated keepsake 18 karat white gold heart pendant necklace.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Three Tone Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k White Yellow Rose Gold 0.67cttw
Located in New York, NY
This stunning three tone diamond pendant necklace is a must have for your jewelry collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Round & Princess Diamond 14KT Gold Graduated Three Stone Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring sparkle to your favorite casual or dressy looks with this diamond graduated three stone pendant. This diamond pendant is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features 8 princes...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond Triple Hearts Pendant Necklace in 14K Three Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful triple heart pendant with 0.92 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds. Handmade in white, yellow, and rose 14k gold. Length of necklace is 16".
White Diamond, Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Journey Pendant - 10k Round Brilliant .25ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: I2 Total Carats: .25ctw Style: Thre...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,989Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.71 Ct.Three Marquise Diamond Floral Petal Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Three individual marquise-cut natural diamonds arranged in a trefoil formation — two pointing upward like wings, one descending like a drop — on a fine 18k white gold cable chain. 0....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant - 14k Princess .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Princess Color: I - J Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .20ctw Style: Gradu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant 14k Rd .71ctw Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Clarity: I1 Natural Diamond Carat(s): .22ct Cut: Round Brilliant Colo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
WCT 1.45 Carat Round Diamond White Gold Three Row Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1.45 Carat round diamond white gold three row heart pendant necklace, a breathtaking symphony of elegance and brilliance.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond 0.90 Carat Three-Stone Graduating Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Round Diamond Graduating Three-Stone Pendant Necklace Metal: 18kt White Gold Length: Chain 17.5 Inches Pendant: 0.50 ( 1/2 ) Inches TCW: 0.90 tcw Main Diamond: 3 Round Brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond Three-Stone 0.70 Carat Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Round Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace Metal: 18kt White Gold Length: Chain 17.5 Inches Pendant: 0.50 ( 1/2 ) Inches TCW: 0.70 tcw Main Diamond: 3 Round Brilliant Diamonds 0...
Diamond, White Gold
Pavé Ruby and Diamond Three-Dimensional Heart Pendant in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in London, GB
This striking 3D pendant is beautifully designed as a sculptural heart, giving it a bold presence when worn. The front is masterfully pavé set with vibrant rubies, totalling approxi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Three Drop Natural Diamonds Pendant Necklace 14kt 12517
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
natural 0.55 ct round diamonds necklace g-color vs-2 clarity 14kt white gold 4.6 grams 0.75 inch long pendant necklace 15 inch snake link
Diamond, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant 14k Round .57ctw Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .57ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .57ctw Style: Graduated Three-...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,310Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Cut Blue Sapphire Three Stone Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has three marquise cut sapphire studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Glass and Diamond Three Graces Intaglio Pendant Necklace
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
Our 18K yellow gold, diamond and antique intaglio seal pendant depicts The Three Graces appears, glowing with incredible depth and dimension.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant 14k Round .50ctw Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Total Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI2 - I1 Diameters: 2.9mm, 3.2mm, & 4mm Style: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond Three Tiered Ring Pave Set Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An impressive diamond pendant by Cartier. Suspending three tiered rings, pavé-set with a total of 315 diamonds, enhanced by an X motif at top and suspended from a snake link chain.
Diamond, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Graduated Three-Stone Journey Pendant 14k Round 1.00ctw Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: K - L Clarity: SI2 Diameters: 3.8mm, 4.2mm, & 4.8mm Individual Weight...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Oval Shape Flexible Pendant in 18K Gold Three Colour Yellow, Rose, White
Located in London, GB
A pendant set with diamonds in 18 carat yellow, rose and white gold.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$750Sale Price|25% Off
.33 Carat Journey Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Pendant 14Kt White Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This beautiful pendant features three genuine stones: a .53 carat ruby and two diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Three Horseman Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A sharply struck authentic silver "denarius" coin minted in 90 BC depicts 3 horsemen carrying shields and spears riding left in exquisite detail. This coin was issued by the 3 money...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1 CTW White Diamond Three Stone Cluster Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Elegant and timeless, this 14K white gold necklace features a delicate 16-inch chain paired with a stunning diamond cluster pendant. The pendant is crafted with brilliant round diamo...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique Pear-Shaped Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Pendant Made in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, this stunning pendant showcases a graceful trio of pear-shaped rubies totaling 1.00 carat. Each ruby is delicately framed by a halo of shimmerin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace 21" -14k Round .16ctw Circle Duo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .16ctw Style: Three-Stone Cha...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.75ct Three-Stone Round Drilled Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Details: Total Carat Weight: 1.75ct Top Diamond: 0.25ct Middle Diamond: 0.5ct Bottom Diamond: 1.0ct Shape & Cut: Natural Round-Cut Diamonds Clarity & Color: VVS1...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.02Cttw Round Diamond Three Tone Multi Cut Out Rings Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 3.02 carats set in three circle shaped cut out rings pendant, crafted in 18k white, rose and yellow gold with 18k white gold chain.
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Necklace Elevate your elegance with a 14k white gold three-stone diamond pendant necklace, a masterpiece of timeless beauty and sophistication.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.75 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Three-Row Vertical Bar Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This triple row vertical bar pendant is expertly crafted in 14 Karat White Gold and features 38 Round White diamonds set in micro prong settings. This pendant has high polish finish ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Three Petal Flower Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Color Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Petal Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut gemstone studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, ...
3.21 Carat SI/H Diamond Pave Three Alphabet Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite pendant is handset with 3.21 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.21 Carat SI/H Diamond Pave Three Alphabet Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite pendant is handset with 3.21 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive p...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$1,470Sale Price|20% Off
Graduated Three-Stone Pendant Necklace Made In 14k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details: 14KT Gold Weight: 2.36 grams Diamond Details: Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Product Features: Style: Pendant Necklace Design: Graduated Three-Stone Setting Metal: Soli...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$582Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Trio Diamond Necklace Three Diamond Floating Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Trio Diamond Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Trio Diamond Necklace Three Diamond Floating Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Trio Diamond Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Diamond Necklace Solid 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 3.6 Grams Chain Length: 20.5" Pendant Diameter: 14 mm x 5 mm Diamond Count: 3 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Three Stone Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
The original tags may not be attached. Pendant Shape: Square Handmade: Yes Country/Region of Manufacture: India Total Carat Weight: 0.24 ctw & Under Style: Pendant Base Metal: Yellow...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14K Solid Gold Three Diamond Cluster Necklace Natural Diamond Charm.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Three Diamond Cluster Necklace Natural Diamond Charm. Base Material: 14K Solid Gold. Main Stone: Natural Diamond. Color & Clarity: VS1 Clarity & H-i Color. Hallmarkin...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Roman Malakov 0.60 Carat Mixed-Cut Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A cute pendant necklace, showcasing mixed-cut diamonds weighing 0.60 carat total with F color and SI clarity. Finely made with 14K white gold. Suspended on an 18K white gold chain, 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Three Diamond Triangle Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: 3 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color: G / H Clarity: I1 Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 1.62 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Leaf Clover Diamond Necklace 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .75cttw Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS2/SI1 Stone Cut: Round Material: 14k White Gold Dimensions: 13mm x 14mm Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Three Diamond Drop Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
(chain included ) Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 1.5 Grams Chain Length: 18" Diamond Count: 13 princess cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: ~0...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Solid Gold Three Diamond Necklace For Women Cluster Diamond Necklace.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Three Diamond Necklace For Women Cluster Diamond Necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.