14K Gold Large Cursive Script 0.58 Ct Diamond Pavé Letter K Initial Pendant Gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
This large cursive script diamond pavé letter K pendant belongs firmly to the second, rarer category.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,998Sale Price|20% Off
14k TT Gold 3ctw Round Pave Diamond Covered Large Heavy Puffed Heart Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - H/I Color - SI1-I1 Clarity - 3.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Top Weigh...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Drop Pendant with White and Chocolate Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
(chain included ) Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k White Gold Total Weight: 14.3 Grams Chain Length: 18" Diamond Carat Weight: ~2.02 carats Diamond Clarity: VS-SI Di...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$718Sale Price|20% Off
Estate 18k White Gold Diamond Starfish w/ Large South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Genuine South Sea Pearl - Round Shape - White Color w/ Nice Luster - 12.08mm (approx.) (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G-I Color - S...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,919Sale Price|20% Off
14k Solid Gold GIA Large Oval Purple Lavender Burma A Jade Diamond Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Purple Lavender Color - Burma - 100% Natural A Jade -48.17ct (approx.) ** See Certifica...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond 1.25 Carat Large Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Rope Chain
Located in New York, NY
Looking for a stunning piece of jewelry to add to your collection? Look no further than this natural diamond pendant, which boasts over 1.25 carats of white natural diamonds. Each di...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,998Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold 2.64ctw Diamond Covered Large Open Work Star of David Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (66) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 w/ Few SI Clarity - 2.64ctw (exact) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 19.61 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Large Happy Diamonds 18 Carat White Gold Loop Heart Pendant and Chain
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Beautiful loop heart pendant from Chopard's iconic Happy Diamonds collection inlaid with 48 fine round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total approximate weight of 2.00 carats. Cho...
Diamond, White Gold
BVLGARI Fiorever Large Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold with Full Diamond Pavé
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Bvlgari Fiorever Large Flower Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold with Full Diamond Pavé and Central Ruby.
Rose Gold
$5,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $10, 500 Rare 18kt Gold Large Lovely Fancy Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Rare Gorgeous Fancy Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace. Necklace is comprised of a Gorgeous Fancy Baguette Cut...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Royal Large Emerald and Diamond Pendant - VHK#247B
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Royal Large Emerald and Diamond Pendant - VHK#247B Item Details: Year: 1980s Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 31.5 grams Diamond De...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Art Nouveau Antique Guilloche Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This very large ornate 14K gold locket pendant is designed in Art Nouveau taste of the period.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Oval Cabochon Large Opal w/ Diamond Halo Pendant on 18' Ball Bead Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut- Prong Set - White Base w/ Red, Orange, Blue & Green Play of Colors -18.2x12.9mm (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds -...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Unique Large Round Jade and Diamond Cat Lovers Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This unique one-of-a-kind pendant features 0.90 carats of black diamonds and 0.55 carats of white diamonds. There is a total of 20 carats of jade featuring water jade and apple jade ...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Augis French Plus Qu’Hier Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold, diamond and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a li...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rosario Navia Mara Large Folded Link Pendant in 18K Gold, Platinum, and Diamonds
By Rosario Navia
Located in New York, NY
A 27mm small folded link pendant perfect to wear alone or layered. It is meticulously handcrafted with 18K solid gold with varying round, oval, and pear natural diamonds set in plati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Large 0.60ct F/VS Diamond Heart Pendant & White Gold Chain in 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
Large 18ct White Gold 0.60ct F/VS Diamond Heart Pendant & a 16″ White Gold Chain Additional Information: Diamond Weight: 0.60ct Diamond Colour: F Diamond Clarity: VS Pendant Size: 3...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Large Augis More Than Yesterday Diamond Blue Spinel 18K Gold Love Medal Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and lab created blue spinel love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorro...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,798Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold 5ctw Diamond Puffed Heart Charm Pendant w/ Large Enhancer Bail
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - H-J Color - VS1-I1 Clarity - 5.0ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 22.36 Grams ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,038Sale Price|20% Off
14k White Gold 1ct Diamond 30mm Large Circle Of Life Slide Pendant 18" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (51) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Commercial Quality - 1.0ctw (exact) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 7.7 Grams Chain Type: 18"- Cab...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Large Augis French Plus Qu’Hier Ruby Diamond Halo 18K Yellow Gold Love Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A large French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold, diamond and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,798Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold Inlaid Gemstone w/ Diamond & Pearl Large Circle Star Of David Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Gemstones - Mosaic Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Green, Blue, White, Gray & Brown Color (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Cut - Flush Set - White Color...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$29,400Sale Price|30% Off
Black Diamond Heart Shape Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A unique and large statement Heart pendant. Black Diamonds all reverse set for a very interesting look.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,998Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 1.92ctw Large Diamond Open Slide Heart Pendant on 16" Bead Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS2-I1 Clarity - I-K Color Total Carat Weight: 1.92 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Pendant ...
Diamond, White Gold
Susan Sadler Large Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold and Yellow Gold
By Susan Sadler
Located in La Jolla, CA
SUSAN SADLER Large Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold and Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Pendant features a Large Mabe Pearl with Grey, Mauve, Pink, and Purple tones and very good...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Large Topaz and Diamond Pendant on a Black Enamel Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special and rare pendant brooch necklace crafted by David Webb in 1980's. The exciting feature of this necklace is the fact that you can wear it as a brooch, as a lin...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co Platinum Large Victoria Vine Key Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
An exquisite expression of Tiffany & Co. artistry, this Victoria Vine Key Pendant Necklace is masterfully crafted in platinum and showcases a graceful floral-inspired design. The...
Diamond, Platinum
Sonia B Large Pavé Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Sonia B
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in warm 14 karat rose gold, this Sonia B. open heart pendant necklace features a soft, romantic silhouette adorned with pavé set diamonds. The heart curves gently, with one s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Large 14k Solid Yellow Gold Lion Pendant Diamond Cut Figural Fine Jewelry
Located in Greer, SC
Large statement lion pendant created in 14k solid yellow gold, featuring diamond cut etchings and openwork metal.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,500Sale Price|56% Off
NWT $90, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Large 17CT Boulder Black Opal Fancy Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Glistening Australian Black Opal and Diamond Gorgeous Pendant. Pendant features a Magnificent Rare Color Cha...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,558Sale Price|20% Off
18K TT Gold Inlaid Black Onyx & .75ct Diamond Large Square Open Enhancer Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Black Color (23) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - VS2-I1 Clarity - H-J Color -...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Metro Large Heart Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Metro Diamond Large Heart Pendant Necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, White Gold
Jadeite Jade Hand-Carved 14k Gold With Diamond Large Pendant circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Jadeite Jade Hand-Carved Pendant from the circa 1970s exemplifies exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Crafted with a rich, vibrant piece of jadeite jade, the...
Large 23.6 Carat White Opal and Diamond Pendant in Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Enhance your jewelry collection with this exquisite pendant featuring captivating white opal and dazzling diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large 3 5/8" Angel Wing Pendant 7.25ct Diamonds 14k White Gold 37.2g Mens Custom
Located in Northbrook, IL
This exquisite one-of-a-kind pendant necklace is a captivating piece for any jewelry enthusiast. Crafted from 14k white gold, the pendant is designed in the shape of an angel wing, e...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Large Oval Citrine Pendant 14k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Large oval citrine set in a nice and sturdy setting. The wider bail will accommodate a variety of chains. In very good condition. *does not come with a chain* Metal: 14k White Gold...
Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Large Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fairy Tale contemporary pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with diamonds and huge smoky quartz in emerald cut (26x21mm). The size of the item is about 3 cm. It was featu...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, G...
18k White Gold Happy Kitty Plaque Pendant Necklace Large 25" Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Huge Happy Kitty Plaque Pendant Features Pave Diamonds and Colored Gemstones Dimensions of Pendant = 53 mm Wide (Whisker to Whisker) x 38 mm Long Includes 25" 18k White Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Large Alex Cushion Cut Quartz Pendant with Diamond Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Alex Cushion Cut Pendant With Round Diamonds 0.20 Total Diamond Weight. 4.59 grams total weight.
14k Gold
Chopard Large Happy Clown with Flowers Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Happy Clown With Flowers Pendant Necklace by Chopard.
Diamond, 18k Gold
"Joyce" Large Turquoise Cameo Pendant on Removable Pearl & Turquoise Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes turned an interesting turquoise cameo into a bold, one-of-a-kind pendant with a 14 karat gold unstructured four-prong frame cast from a wax mold he sculpted by hand, ju...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold...
11.89 Carat Sphene Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by a halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds along with a larger pear-shape diamond atop the pendant weighing a total of 1.13 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Co Victoria Mixed Cluster extra large pendant on the chain PT950
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Co Victoria mixed cluster necklace , pendant on the chain Material: Platinum with diamonds Size extra large, on an 18" chain Round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight 1.04...
Diamond
Diamond Shape Wooden Chandelier – Large Modern LED Pendant Light
Located in Braga, PT
DIAMOND is a suspended sculptural chandelier composed of intersecting solid wood planes and integrated linear light. Its faceted geometry creates a floating spatial structure that sh...
Ash, LEDs
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Frederic Sage Luna Large Gold Mother-of-Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Frederic Sage
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Frederic Sage pendant 18-karat yellow gold settings that emulates a glowing full moon, round mother-of-pearl pendant is encased in gold stripe settings, 41mm (1 3/4"). It contains 9...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$101,600Sale Price|20% Off
Mozambique 24.21 Carat Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous large ruby diamond pendant necklace. Intense fiery red, high luster, cushion faceted, 24.21 carats natural ruby mounted in high profile with yellow gold eight knife prongs,...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Large Coral Diamond Platinum Necklace 14210
Located in Derby, NY
Estate Necklace, Baguette Diamond 1.97ct G-H VS2-SI1, Oval Cabochon Coral 18mm x 12mm, Platinum 15.10g Jewelry Type : Necklace Metal Type : Platinum Metal Weight : 15.10 grams Bra...
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Yellow and White Diamond Floral Pendant 10.43 Carat
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Large 18k yellow gold diamond pendant. The circular pendant features a floral design of white and yellow diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large diamond cross filigree hand workmanship 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
CENTER STONE: NATURAL DIAMONDS CARAT: 0.40CT CLARITY: VS-SI COLOR: G CUT: ROUND BRILLIANT GRAM WEIGHT: 1.80gr GOLD: 14KT yellow gold Pendant does NOT with the chain! WHAT YOU GET ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,198Sale Price|20% Off
White Gold GIA 3.6ctw Pave Color Change Garnet Large Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Pyrope Spessartine Garnets - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Gorgeous - Bluish Green Changing Grayish Violet Color - 3.57ct (exact - certified...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, White Gold
Edwardian inspired large pearl diamond platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Edwardian-inspired platinum necklace features a luminous 12.63mm pearl, enhanced by sparkling old European diamonds, exuding timeless elegance and refined sophistication. Cente...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Peretti Large Open Heart Platinum Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
A timeless icon of modern elegance, this Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace is exquisitely crafted in platinum and adorned with brilliant round-cut diamonds. ...
Diamond, Platinum
14K white gold Large 14.2mm Black Tahitian Pearl Enhancer Pendant Peacock color
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold enhancer pendant featuring a large 14.2mm black cultured Tahitian pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
70 Carats Chocolate Brown Diamonds with Diamond 7 Ct. Pendant Necklace N3423
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Elegant and chic chocolate champagne brown opaque diamond necklace enhanced with a large pendant of champagne diamonds.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Palladium
Pave Diamond and 14 Karat Gold Shield Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This design pairs well with our larger diamond shield pendant. It hangs off of a blackened silver chain with inserts of gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2.50ct Natural Diamonds Cluster pendant G/Si 14kt gold 12407*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
2.50ct Natural Diamonds Large Cluster pendant. G-H color Si-1 Si-2 clarity. 14kt. white gold. 9 grams 20mm diameter $12000 Appraisal to accompany
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Russian Diamond Locket Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique unuswal large locket pendant in 14k gold dangling with 3 old mine cut diamonds centered with large glass pendant was made during the imperial russian era hall marked 56 imper...
Diamond turtle movable large size turtle 14Kt gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Natural diamonds turtle, movable all throughout and made in 14KT gold. Diamonds totaling 0.11 carats VS-SI clarity and G color. Turtle pendant necklace weight 8.4 grams. Comes with ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Schmuckzicke 18kt Rose Gold London Blue Topaz & Diamond Pendant
Located in Viena, Viena
could also be a large sapphire - the blue topaz diamond pendant looks so luxurious, a timeless piece of jewellery, made in a traditional goldsmith's manufactory in Valenza/Italy, hal...
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Estate Tiffany & Co. Victoria Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Estate Tiffany & Co. Victoria Collection diamond pendant necklace (large size) in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
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.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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.