$360Sale Price|20% Off
CZ KJL Cubic Zirconia by Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Crystal Flower Bangle Bracelet
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Floral-themed bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane. Features a flower decorated with clear and lemon cubic zirconia crystals, set on a wide black acrylic band. Hallmarks: none Inner circu...
Zircon
1.50 Carat Total Pavé Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This hinged bangle bracelet, crafted in exquisite 14 karat white gold, embodies timeless elegance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Black Diamond Pave and Rose-Cut Diamond Two-Tone Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold with Tinted Black Rhodium. Diamonds: 3.46ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. Width of leaves - is approximately 2.4cm/0.95inches.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
$7,087Sale Price|20% Off
Pave Diamond Spider Cuff Bracelet
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Spider Cuff Side Openable 5.5 inch long tapers down from your wrist to mid arm. Diamond:9.15 cts.
Diamond, Silver
Contemporary Oval Emerald Diamond Pavé Bombe Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This Contemporary Oval Emerald Diamond Pavé Bombe Bangle Bracelet, made in the 21st century, is a classic hinge bangle in the bombé style.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
5.56 Carat Natural Fancy Heart & Round Cut Diamond Pave Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
With a total weight of 5.56 carats and a pave design, this bangle bracelet is the perfect accessory for any special occasion.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,099 / item
Diamond tennis bangle bracelet 18ct white gold
Located in London, GB
Tennis diamond bangle bracelet 18ct white gold Composed of round brilliant diamonds total weighing 2.05ct F in colour VS1 clarity The bracelet is hallmarked Modern tennis diamond ete...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lucea New York Fancy Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Sunshine Collection Bangle bracelet pave set fancy Diamonds on sterling silver.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Lucea New York Ruby Open Bangle Bracelet
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in Color Collection Pave Ruby ball open bangle bracelet. Set in blackened sterling silver.
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Lucea New York Rustic Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Pave rustic Diamond bangle bracelet dotted with polki style Diamonds.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Birthday Bracelet Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Birthday Bracelet Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K White Gold Diamond Pave Cuff Bracelet
Located in Flushing, NY
18K White Gold Diamonds Bangle Marked: 18Kt 750 ITALY Approximate Dimensions: 16.2 (Length) 1.5 cm (Width) Approx. 11.76 carats (Diamond) 59.7 grams in weight. ** All dimensions...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave Diamond Circle Chain Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Chain Bracelet Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Circle Chain Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Chain Bracelet Jewelry.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Flower Dainty Bracelet Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Anniversary Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Flower Dainty Bracelet Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Anniversary Gift Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Length Adjustable Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Met...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Moon Dainty Bracelet Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Anniversary Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Moon Dainty Bracelet Pave Diamond 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Anniversary Gift Base Metal Sterling Silver Certification 925 Hallmarked Main Stone Color White/Colorless Diamond Weigh...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$296,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 13 Carat Panthère de Cartier Pavé Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This bracelet is in new condition with the original box the retail price is $380,000 Exquisitely crafted in 950 platinum, the bracelet is entirely set with 765 brilliant-cut diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Pave Diamond Single Line Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Wedding Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Single Line Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Wedding Gift.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
18KT White Gold 15.68 Ct. Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Magnificently set 18 karat white gold pave' diamond bangle bracelet. The oval shaped bracelet has a total of 621 round brilliant diamonds with a total weight of 15.68 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Ornamental Style Bracelet with Pave Ruby & Sapphire Stones
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
An intricate ornamental bracelet crafted in silver, adorned with pave-set sapphires and rubies for a vibrant pop of color. Elegant and artistic, this piece makes a bold statement for...
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver
Pave Diamond Link Bracelet Chain 925 Sterling Silver Chain Link Bracelet Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Link Bracelet Chain 925 Sterling Silver Chain Link Bracelet Jewelry Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Metal Sterling Silver Length Adjustable Main Stone Di...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Disc Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Bracelet Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Disc Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Bracelet Fine Jewelry Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Diamond Weight 0.41Cts Approx Metal Sterling Silver I...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
LAGOS Caviar Sterling Silver Bracelet with Pavé Diamonds, 6.5"
By Lagos Caviar
Located in North Miami, FL
This refined bracelet from the LAGOS Caviar collection is a sophisticated interpretation of the brand’s iconic design, crafted in sterling silver and accented with pavé-set diamonds....
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant enamel Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant bracelet Bracelet charm with red and yellow enamel Dze beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant enamel Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant bracelet Bracelet charm with blue and turquoise enamel Dze beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel
Signature Roberto Coin Primavera Designer Pave Diamond Gold Flexible Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Montreal, QC
Signature Roberto Coin Designer Primavera Pave Diamond Gold Flexible Bracelet. From Roberto Coin's Signature Iconic Primavera collection, this Exquisite Bangle Bracelet is fashioned...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI Serpenti Scaglie Pave Diamond Rose Gold Large Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous large-sized Bulgari one-coil Viper bracelet from the classic Scaglie Serpenti collection is crafted in 18k rose gold and demi pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VV...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Small Platinum Pavé-set Damond bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Diamond Bangle. The Lily Cluster collection is a signature Harry Winston design inspired by the archives from the 1940s, featuring a stylized lily flower...
Platinum
Lucea Mew York Multi-Color Sapphire Open Bangle Bracelet
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in Color Collection Multi color Sapphire pave ball open bangle bracelet set in blackened sterling silver.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
$2,799Sale Price|26% Off
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Cartier Trinity Tri-Colour Gold Full Pavé Diamond Bracelet 20cm
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k tri-colour Cartier bracelet from the Trinity collection. The design features three intertwined 18k white, rose, and yellow gold 5mm bands, each fully pavé-set with three rows ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,799Sale Price|26% Off
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Rose Gold and Pave Diamond Encrusted Bracelet Italian, Circa 1950
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Rose Gold and Pave Diamond Encrusted Bracelet originates from Italy, Circa 1950. Featuring a beautifully proportioned graduated form with gently achieved beveled edges...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Genuine Pave Diamond Tsavorite Leaf Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Pave Diamond Tsavorite Leaf Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry. Metal Sterling Silver Length Adjustable Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Type Bracelet Main Stone Diamond B...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver
David Yurman Thoroughbred Loop Bracelet in Sterling Silver with Pave Diamonds
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman Thoroughbred Loo Bracelet Bangle in sterling Silver with Diamonds Retail is $2,500 Fits a wrist 6.0-6.5 inches 0.70 Carat Diamonds Push clasp
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Bracelet Pavé Diamonds Emeralds Onyx Size 16
By Cartier
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Panthère de Cartier bracelet, a signature piece from Cartier featuring their iconic panther motif.
18 K yellow and white Gold italian Bangle Bracelet Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A timeless and very elegant italian 18 K yellow and white Gold Bangle bracelet pave set with brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately 2.00 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Pavé Wave Cuff Bracelet in 18K Yellow and White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and elegant pavé diamond cuff bracelet, masterfully crafted in 18-karat yellow and white gold with a sculptural wave design that creates fluid movement and exceptional brillia...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès 18k Rose gold Pavé-set 0.24ct Diamonds Bracelet Size SH
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Hermès Collier de Chien (CDC) bracelet, small model. This iconic collection was first created in 1949 and is inspired by the brand's equestrian heritage, specifically designed to res...
Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold 3.00cttw Pave Diamond "Metro Collection" Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Metro bracelet crafted in 18K white gold, featuring three rows of finely pavé-set diamonds that create a seamless line of brilliance across the wrist. The design is cle...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hermès Pavé Diamond 18k Rose Gold Collier de Chien (CDC) Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Collier de Chien (CDC) bracelet by Hermès, a signature collection first created in 1949. Crafted in 18kt rose gold with a pavé diamond setting on the signature hardware. Key Desi...
$3,472Sale Price|20% Off
Bird Design Enameled Cuff Bracelet with Pave Diamonds on Edge
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This cuff bracelet features a stunning bird design that has been carefully enameled to showcase its intricate details and colors. The edges of the cuff are decorated with a breathtak...
Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel, 18k Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Pave Diamonds – Size 19
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Pave Diamonds – Size 19, Service receipt Included. This authentic pre-owned Cartier Love bracelet is crafted in 18K white gold and set with...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave Diamond Chain Link Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Wedding Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Chain Link Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Wedding Jewelry. Total Carat Weight 0.24 & Under Base Metal Sterling Silver Chain Type Cuban Link Certification 925 Hall...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Angle Wing Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bracelets
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Angle Wing Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bracelets Metal Sterling Silver Total Carat Weight 1.00 - 1.24 Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Type Bracelet Main ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Palm Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Modern Jewelry For Christmas.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Palm Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Modern Jewelry For Christmas. Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Length Adjustable Size 40x77mm Metal Purity 925 parts per...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Connector Chain Diamond Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Jewelry Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Connector Chain Diamond Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Jewelry Gift. Metal Sterling Silver Item Length 7.5 in Main Stone Diamond Base Metal Sterling Silver Chain Type Anc...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Belt Theme Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bracelets band
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Belt Theme Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Bracelets band Base Metal Fine Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Cut Fair Metal Sterling Silver Length 7.5 - 7.99" Main Stone ...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$48,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold Ceramic With Pave Diamonds – Size 18
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love bracelet from the iconic collection, crafted in 18K white gold and black ceramic. This contemporary version is defined by the signature screw motif, elevated with pavé-s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,072Sale Price|20% Off
Fire Opal & Pave Diamonds Bracelet Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:6.08gms, Diamond:2.2Cts, Silver:4.26gms, OPAL:6.4Cts
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$52,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Love Pavé Diamond Bracelet 18K Rose Gold VVS1 Diamonds GIA Certified
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Cartier Love Pavé Diamond Bracelet represents one of the most iconic and recognizable designs in modern luxury jewelry. Expertly crafted in 18 karat rose gold, the brace...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold Pave Diamond Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 16
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Brand Cartier Model N6702117 Date Circa 2018 Retail Price £444...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
David Yurman Metro Silver 18K Cable Pavé Diamond Station Bracelet 6mm - Medium
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
A clean and classic David Yurman Metro Collection cable bracelet in sterling silver, finished with a central pavé diamond station framed in 18K yellow gold. The twisted cable design ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$50,080Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold Ceramic With Pave Diamonds – Size 19
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Ceramic Screws and Pave Diamonds – Size 19, Service Receipt Included. This authentic pre-owned Cartier Love bracelet is crafted in 18K whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Cable Candy Bracelet Sterling Silver with Pavé Black Diamonds, 6.5
By David Yurman
Located in North Miami, FL
David Yurman Cable Candy Bracelet in Sterling Silver with Pavé Black Diamonds, 6.5", 29.2g David Yurman Cable Candy Bracelet in Sterling Silver with Pavé Black Diamonds Description...
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
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.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
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.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.