Antique Art Deco French Marquise Emeralds & Diamonds Ring, 18k gold and platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This piece is ideal as a distinctive engagement ring or a striking dress ring — its elongated marquise silhouette flatters the finger while the alternating diamonds and emeralds give...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
AAA Marquise Emerald Split Shank Ring with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
At its center sits a mesmerizing 0.24 carat marquise-cut emerald, delicately framed by a geometric split-shank design.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,760Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.37Ct Marquise Emerald 1.05Ct SI/H Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 1.37 carats Zambian emerald and 1.05 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Ct. Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Embrace timeless elegance with our natural diamond stud earrings crafted in solid 18K gold — the perfect blend of sophistication, purity, and lasting value. Each earring features h...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Ct. Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Embrace timeless elegance with our natural diamond stud earrings crafted in solid 14K gold — the perfect blend of sophistication, purity, and lasting value. Each earring features h...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$3,511Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 0.75 in
Pear Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 1.53 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,879Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 0.75 in
Pear Marquise & Emerald Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 1.53 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA-Certified 1.1tcw Marquise & Emerald-Cut Dual Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Marquise & Emerald-Cut IF Clarity, D Color Art Deco-Inspired Celebrate eternal duality and unmatched brilliance with this masterfully crafted Toi et Moi ring, featuring a stri...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1910s–1920s French Art Deco Marquise Emerald & Diamond Ring – Size 60 (US 8)
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Ideal for collectors of vintage emerald rings, marquise-shaped diamond rings, and authentic French period pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA-Certified 1.1tcw Marquise & Emerald-Cut Dual Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This captivating design features two exceptional GIA-certified diamonds—a 0.5ct marquise-cut and a 0.6ct emerald-cut, both of Internally Flawless (IF) clarity and rare D color—set in...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$5,368
W 1.82 in L 2.25 in
14k White Gold 1.39 Carat SI/H Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$6,710
W 1.82 in L 2.25 in
1.39 Carat SI/H Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,650Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise & Emerald-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 1.34 Ct 18K White Gold Proposal Ring
Located in Diera, AE
An emerald-cut diamond core anchors a radial arrangement of marquise-cut stones, each petal-oriented outward to project light away from center in a starburst formation.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,676Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat SI/HI Pear Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is prou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,799Sale Price|20% Off
Real 1.38 Carat SI/H Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Cuff Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.96Ct Marquise Shape Emerald And Diamonds Necklace
Located in רמת גן, IL
0.96Ct Marquise Shape Emerald and Diamonds Halo 14K White Gold Pendant and Necklace Product Description: Introducing our Marquise Emerald And Diamonds necklace, a dazzling expressi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Marquise 0.68 Ct Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Ring Double Halo Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ballerina ring with one marquise emerald 0.30 carats. 20 baguette diamonds and 12 round diamonds totaling 0.68 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Marquise Cut Emerald Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace. 30.2 grams, 15 inches long with a 2-inch drop.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Platinum Vintage Diamond and Emerald Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier Material: platinum Diamond: round brilliant, marquise, emerald, baguette, and pear cut = 18.78cttw Color: G / H / I / J Clarity: VS1-SI2 Emerald: 16 pear cut = 11.4...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18.50 Carat Natural Emeralds Diamonds Yard Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
MAGNIFICENT JEWELS Mod Yard Necklace 18.50cts of Natural Pear, Marquise, Emerald Cut, round & Oval Emeralds Yard Station Necklace Clean Clarity & Transparent Pear cut in cen...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,450
W 3 in D 1 in Dm 1.5 in L 3 in
0.85ct Natural Diamond And Emeralds Flower Stud Earrings, 14k White Gold
By Alternative Jewellery Inc
Located in New York, NY
The marquise emeralds used in these earrings have a total weight of 5.30 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$1,418Sale Price / item|55% Off
Snake design 14k gold engagement Emerald ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake design 14k gold engagement ring. Marquise emerald gold ring. Open ended, adjustable emerald ring.
Topaz, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds - The bracelet contains 6 marquise emeralds and 6 round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Ring Double Head Snake with White Diamond and Ruby Eyes
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ring Gold plated Snake with White Diamond and Ruby Eyes J DAUPHIN “Eternal Renewal” A double-head serpent ring in 14k gold-plated brass, set with a marquise-cut emerald, nat...
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Brass, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
$3,504Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Diamond Ring with Pear, Marquise, Oval, Princess, Emerald, Round Diamond
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A modern diamond ring featuring marquise, emerald, princess, round, oval, and pear shape diamonds set in 14K solid white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$2,380Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Filigree "Belly" Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This bracelet features round brilliant cut diamonds and marquise emeralds. The bracelet has a solid clasp and safety.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Royal Antwerp Gem GRA Certified Natural Emerald 0.75 Ct Marquise Cut
Located in Temse, BE
DESCRIPTION This natural emerald displays an elegant bluish green color combined with a refined marquise mixed cut that gives the gemstone a graceful elongated appearance.
Emerald
Royal Antwerp Gem GRA Certified Natural Emerald 0.84 Ct Marquise Cut
Located in Temse, BE
DESCRIPTION This natural emerald displays a vivid green color combined with excellent transparency and an elegant marquise mixed cut.
Emerald
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 4.59 carats of white pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Contemporary 18K Gold Emerald and Diamond Dangle Earrings, 1.12ct
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of lovely diamond and emerald dangle drop earrings. The emeralds feature a line of channel set emeralds and a marquise emerald at the bottom.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Platinum 7ct Carved Emerald & Diamond Ring Brazil F1 GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptional and original Art Deco ring crafted in platinum and centered by an extraordinary carved marquise emerald of approximately 7 carats. The stone exhibits a beyond excepti...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$90,000Sale Price|20% Off
L 18 in
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 31.09ctt Emerald & Diamond Drop Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
GIA certified 10.01 carat Brazilian emerald cut shape, F1 minor oil. 67 oval, marquise, emerald cut, heart, and pear shape diamonds, 21.08 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$26,200Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 9.98ctt Emerald & Diamond Drop Earrings 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
GIA certified 5.66 carat Brazilian emerald cut shape, F1 minor oil. 14 oval, marquise, emerald cut, heart, and pear shape diamonds, 4.32 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 2.10 carats of pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Konstantino Rhodolite Garnet Bracelet 6 3/4" Sterling 925 Yellow Gold 18k 3.32ct
By Konstantino
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Konstantino Design: Toggle Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rhodolite Garnets Carat(s): 3.32ctw Cut: Marquise, Emerald, & Round Co...
Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Multi-Shape Diamond Swirl Hoop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of open hoop "swirl" earrings. 3.03 carats of pear, marquise, emerald cut, and round diamonds set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Beauvince Legacy Diamond Necklace (23.45 ct Diamonds) in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Marquise, Emerald & Round Total Diamonds Weight: 23.45 ct Diamonds Color: G - H Diamonds Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included) Metal: 18K White Gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,152Sale Price / item|35% Off
Vintage style ring with emerald in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style/Old Style ring with emerald. Marquise emerald ring. May birthstone ring.
Topaz, Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Beauvince Legacy Chandelier Earrings (8.55 ct Diamonds) in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Marquise, Emerald & Round Total Diamonds Weight: 8.55 ct Diamonds Color: G - H Diamonds Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included) Metal: 18K White Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Snake Ring Silver Emerald Ruby Adjustable J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The inclusion of the marquise emerald represents growth and discernment, while the ruby eyes introduce a sharper note of vitality.
Emerald, Ruby, Silver
Eye Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold With Diamonds And An Emerald
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: motif 18x9mm, chain approx. 450mm Weight: approximately 3.8g (inc. chain) Barcode: NEX7008SS Eye pendant in 18 karat yellow gold with an app...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Platinum GIA Certified 18.90 Carat Cushion Cut Pink Topaz Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring has prong set round diamonds, marquise emeralds, blue sapphires, and round emeralds.
Topaz
Nina Zhou Sunflower Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Each marquise-cut emerald glimmers with vitality, representing growth and renewal, while the diamond-studded core captures the essence of sunlight, bringing a touch of warmth and spa...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Pradera Jewels 14K Gold Ring with White Diamonds & Emeralds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Snake Ring Metal: 14K Gold Metal Color: Yellow Stone: Round Diamond 0.33 Stone 2: Marquise Emerald 0.19 Length: 7/8" PRADERA is a second genera...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
0.55Ct Natural Loose Emerald Marqiuse Shape 3 Pcs
Located in רמת גן, IL
Enchanting 0.55ct Loose Marquise Shape Emerald Gemstone Product Description: Step into a realm of timeless elegance with our 0.55ct loose Marquise Shape Emerald gemstone.
Emerald
Blue Sapphire Emerald 14K (18K Custom) Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This captivating ring features a bold emerald-cut blue sapphire center, encircled by a dramatic floral halo of vibrant marquise emeralds arranged in a sunburst pattern.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Legacy Halo Necklace and Earring Suite (32 ct Diamonds) in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Marquise, Emerald & Round Total Diamonds Weight: 23.45 ct (Necklace) & 8.55 ct (Earrings) Diamonds Color: G - H Diamonds Clarity: VS (Very Sli...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.22 Carat Spinel No Heat Marquise Solitaire Ring Yellow Gold 14K
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Fine Natural Marquise Spinel No Heat Solitaire Yellow Gold Ring 14K in Brand New Condition. It has a 3.22-carat purple-pinkish spinel untreated 100% natural. The fine spinel has ver...
Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,440Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.6 in D 0.4 in L 0.99 in
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the heart shaped Emeralds is 2.44 carats. Other marquise Emeralds weight is 2.93 carats The Emeralds are completely natural, without any treatment and are of Zambian or...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Beauvince Amaya Diamond Pendant Necklace (22.45 ct Diamonds) in Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Marquise, Emerald & Round Center Solitaire: 2.60 ct Fancy Yellow Pear Shape Total Diamonds Weight: 22.45 ct Diamonds Color: G - H Diamonds Clarity: VS ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,626 / set
Emerald and Diamond Marquise Drop Earrings
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Each of these elegant earrings is composed of a trio of emerald marquise, surrounded by a diamond halo. The pair has 72 diamonds @ 0.36 ctw and 6 emerald marquise @ 0.43 ctw.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Statement Tanzanite Emerald and Diamond Bold Ring 18K White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
The bold 18kt white gold ring centering a stunning natural Marquise Tanzanite Make a statement with this stunning Ring, Crafted in 18K white gold, this is a unique and sculptural cr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Ariana Diamond Earrings '6.91 ct Diamonds' in Rose Gold & Platinum
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A sensual and dazzling combinations of natural pink diamonds with white marquise, emerald cut and oval shapes enables these stunning earrings to make a statement and impress with the...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This clever design in 18K yellow gold features natural marquise green emeralds interlaced with duos of glistening diamonds in marquise shapes along a leaf-style frame.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist 1.53 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14kWhite Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Minimalist 1.53 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 14k White Gold These earring features a striking pear-shaped natural emerald, beautifully paired with marquise Emeralds are ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Minimalist 1.53 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 18kWhite Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Minimalist 1.53 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings 18kWhite Gold These earring features a striking pear-shaped natural emerald, beautifully paired with marquise Emeralds are s...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Beauvince Rain Diamond Necklace & Earrings Suite (45.14 ct Diamonds)in 18KW Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Marquise, Emerald & Round Total Diamonds Weight: 30.13 ct (Necklace) & 15.01 ct (Earrings) Diamonds Color: F - G Diamonds Clarity: VVS - VS (Ve...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White 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.