Opal Old Cut Diamonds
20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Wedding Rings
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cufflinks
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Stud Earrings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Brooches
White Diamond, Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold,...
Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Band Rings
Opal, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1890s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Necklace Enhancers
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Palladium
Antique 1880s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Opal, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau More Jewelry
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century Bridal Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Silver
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Beaded Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s European Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Revival Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches
Opal, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s American Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Opal
20th Century German Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings
Opal, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Antique 1880s English Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold
Vintage 1970s European Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How old an old European-cut diamond is varies. The old European cut is a precursor to the modern round brilliant cut. The stone appears circular when looked at from the top (because of its low table or largest facet) and has a high crown (the part above the middle of the stone) with larger facets. The tip of the stone, or the culet, is flat instead of pointed. This style was used predominantly in the 19th century, hence the name. It is best to consult a certified appraiser for assistance with dating and identifying antique jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a variety of European-cut diamond jewelry.
- How old are mine cut diamonds?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although old European cut diamonds are often priced lower than modern cuts, due to scarcity, they can sometimes be more valuable than modern cut diamonds.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jewelry makers stopped using the old European cut for diamond and other gemstone jewelry around 1930. The style was common during the Art Deco period, but the brilliant cut became popular in the years that followed. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Old European cut diamond gemstone jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, old European cut diamonds can be worth more than many other cut diamonds as they are not produced anymore. This cut was developed and popularized between the years 1890 and 1930 and is likely to be found in an antique ring belonging to this period and featuring a round-cut diamond.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021Like any other diamond, an old mine cut diamond's worth depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the 4C's (color, clarity, cut, carat), the overall beauty and "make" of the stone, the demand, supply, etc. On average however, old mine cuts are typically priced slightly lower (around 5-10%) than modern cut diamonds.