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Salavetti 18 Karat White Gold Pave Pink Sapphire and Diamond Disc Necklace
Salavetti 18 Karat White Gold Pave Pink Sapphire and Diamond Disc Necklace

Salavetti 18 Karat White Gold Pave Pink Sapphire and Diamond Disc Necklace

By Salavetti

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Salavetti Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 71 round brilliant cut = 0.75cttw Color: G

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Disc Dangle Earrings
Diamond Disc Dangle Earrings

Diamond Disc Dangle Earrings

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2.35-carat diamond pave round disc dangle earrings in 14-karat white gold. Featuring white round

Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hami Pave Diamond Gold Ring
Hami Pave Diamond Gold Ring

Hami Pave Diamond Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold and white gold diamond pave set ring. Hami. Centering a pave set diamond

Category

1990s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold 1.98 Carat Diamond Disc Earrings
LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold 1.98 Carat Diamond Disc Earrings

LB Exclusive 18 Karat White Gold 1.98 Carat Diamond Disc Earrings

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Simple yet elegant, these 18K White Gold 1.98 carat Diamond Disc Earrings feature a sparkling disc

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1.23 Carat Pave-Set Diamond Oval Drop Earrings
1.23 Carat Pave-Set Diamond Oval Drop Earrings

1.23 Carat Pave-Set Diamond Oval Drop Earrings

Located in Miami, FL

Fashioned in 18 karat white gold, these drop earrings feature 1.23 carat of pave-set diamond on

Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Shaped Sapphire and Diamond Circle Disc Lever Back Gold Earrings
Pear Shaped Sapphire and Diamond Circle Disc Lever Back Gold Earrings

Pear Shaped Sapphire and Diamond Circle Disc Lever Back Gold Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

sapphire weighing 1.40 carat Pave set diamonds on a circular disc weighing 0.30 carats Two bezel set

Category

2010s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Pave Pear Shape Stud Earrings for Her
14K White Gold Diamond Pave Pear Shape Stud Earrings for Her

14K White Gold Diamond Pave Pear Shape Stud Earrings for Her

Located in Great neck, NY

priority so in the improbable case that you are not 100% thrilled with our diamond pave disc studs earrings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold & Micro Pave Diamond Puffy Disk Pendant Necklace 0.74ctw
14k Yellow Gold & Micro Pave Diamond Puffy Disk Pendant Necklace 0.74ctw

14k Yellow Gold & Micro Pave Diamond Puffy Disk Pendant Necklace 0.74ctw

Located in Newport Beach, CA

We are pleased to present this 14k Yellow Gold & Micro Pave Diamond Puffy Disc Pendant Necklace

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Burma Ruby and Circles of Pave Diamond Lever Back Gold Hoop Earrings
Round Burma Ruby and Circles of Pave Diamond Lever Back Gold Hoop Earrings

Round Burma Ruby and Circles of Pave Diamond Lever Back Gold Hoop Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

tone of lustrous pigeon blood red color Two circled Disc with Pave diamonds weighing 0.35 carats

Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Burma Ruby Pave Diamond Circles 3.55 Carats Yellow Gold 1.75 inch Hoop Earrings
Burma Ruby Pave Diamond Circles 3.55 Carats Yellow Gold 1.75 inch Hoop Earrings

Burma Ruby Pave Diamond Circles 3.55 Carats Yellow Gold 1.75 inch Hoop Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

hue tone of lustrous pigeon blood red color Two circled Disc with Pave diamonds weighing 0.35 carats

Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.55 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
0.55 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace

0.55 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

32 inch 18 karat rose gold diamonds by the yard necklace featuring 0.55 carat of pave-set diamond

Category

2010s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ippolita 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
Ippolita 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings

Ippolita 18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings

By Ippolita

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Estate Ippolita 'Cascade' long chandelier drop earrings, each featuring nine pavé diamond-set oval

Category

2010s Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Circlet Platinum 6.44 Ct Diamond Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Circlet Platinum 6.44 Ct Diamond Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Circlet Platinum 6.44 Ct Diamond Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

. Surrounding each center diamond on each platinum disc are pave diamonds. This piece of jewelry is signed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Four Pear Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 3.57 Carat One Inch Long White Gold Earrings
Four Pear Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 3.57 Carat One Inch Long White Gold Earrings

Four Pear Ceylon Sapphire Diamond 3.57 Carat One Inch Long White Gold Earrings

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

richness to the design. Diamond Accents: Pave-set diamond discs, weighing a total of 0.30 carats, encircle

Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Astrale Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring
Bulgari Astrale Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring

Bulgari Astrale Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Mayfair, London, London

2 graduating circular pave set diamond and multi-stone discs. The discs are composed of a variety of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pave Diamond Disc Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Rondelle Pendant Birthday Gift.
Pave Diamond Disc Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Rondelle Pendant Birthday Gift.

Pave Diamond Disc Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Rondelle Pendant Birthday Gift.

Located in Chicago, IL

Pave Diamond Disc Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Rondelle Pendant Birthday Gift. Base Metal Sterling

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pave Diamond Disc Stud Earrings
Pave Diamond Disc Stud Earrings

Pave Diamond Disc Stud Earrings

By Ri Noor

Located in Houston, TX

Diamond pave round disc stud earrings in 14k white gold feature 0.20 ctw of brilliant cut diamonds

Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Kat Florence 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Disc Lariat Necklace
Kat Florence 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Disc Lariat Necklace

Kat Florence 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Disc Lariat Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Kat Florence Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 2.13cttw Color: G

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pave Diamond Open Floral Motif Disc Round Pendant in 14 Karat Two Tone Gold
Pave Diamond Open Floral Motif Disc Round Pendant in 14 Karat Two Tone Gold

Pave Diamond Open Floral Motif Disc Round Pendant in 14 Karat Two Tone Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

glittering pave diamond disc filled with an open floral design set in yellow and white gold. The intricate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Diamond Pave Disc Earring
Diamond Pave Disc Earring

Diamond Pave Disc Earring

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

Stunning and evergreen this diamond pave disc earring with black rhodium is good for any occasion

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Pavé Sapphire and Diamond Disc Earrings in White Gold
Pavé Sapphire and Diamond Disc Earrings in White Gold

Pavé Sapphire and Diamond Disc Earrings in White Gold

By Eytan Brandes

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

These lively and elegant pavé disc earrings were made here in our shop by Eytan Brandes. Each

Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold 0.18 Carat Diamond Pave Disc Stud Earrings
14 Karat Rose Gold 0.18 Carat Diamond Pave Disc Stud Earrings

14 Karat Rose Gold 0.18 Carat Diamond Pave Disc Stud Earrings

Located in Great neck, NY

Adorn yourself with these classic and elegant disc Earrings, Crafted of 14k gold and featuring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond "Coin" Drop Earrings Pave Set in Rose Gold
Diamond "Coin" Drop Earrings Pave Set in Rose Gold

Diamond "Coin" Drop Earrings Pave Set in Rose Gold

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

! Sparkling pave-set diamond discs sit on and just below the earlobe for a tailored and elegant look that can

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari B.Zero1 Diamond White Gold Drop Necklace
Bulgari B.Zero1 Diamond White Gold Drop Necklace

Bulgari B.Zero1 Diamond White Gold Drop Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

and features double sided pavé diamond disks, Bvulgari inscribed discs and a pavé diamond B.Zero1

Category

2010s Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red and Yellow Sliced Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Dangle Earring
Red and Yellow Sliced Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Dangle Earring

Red and Yellow Sliced Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Dangle Earring

Located in New York, NY

Sleek and elegant Red and Yellow sliced Sapphire earring with pave aroung and three diamond disc in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Fred Leighton Rose Cut Diamond Pavé Twisted Disc Earrings
Fred Leighton Rose Cut Diamond Pavé Twisted Disc Earrings

Fred Leighton Rose Cut Diamond Pavé Twisted Disc Earrings

By Fred Leighton

Located in New York, NY

Rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 2.40 carats are pavéed on a curved disc mounted in silver

Category

2010s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Medium Pavé Diamond Disc Ring

Medium Pavé Diamond Disc Ring

By LFrank

Located in Venice, CA

, rose cut diamonds. The disc sits on a delicate, 1mm band, making this ring incredibly lightweight and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

POMELLATO Gold Oval Link Necklace with Pavé Diamond Disc

POMELLATO Gold Oval Link Necklace with Pavé Diamond Disc

By Pomellato

Located in Greenwich, CT

gold, accented by a single pavé cognac-colored diamond disc element, the diamonds weighing

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Donna Vock Onyx and Diamond Longchain Station Necklace
Donna Vock Onyx and Diamond Longchain Station Necklace

Donna Vock Onyx and Diamond Longchain Station Necklace

By Donna Vock

Located in New York, NY

A necklace featuring 12 onyx and pavé diamond discs. Each disc features onyx on one side and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Double Pavé Pebble Stacking Ring

Double Pavé Pebble Stacking Ring

By LFrank

Located in Venice, CA

and one small pavé diamond disc into the stack. The nine 1mm thick 18k gold bands are held together in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Spectacular 60's Cubist Ruby and Diamond Necklace / Brooch
Spectacular 60's Cubist Ruby and Diamond Necklace / Brooch

Spectacular 60's Cubist Ruby and Diamond Necklace / Brooch

Located in Coral Gables, FL

pave diamond discs, has everything one looks for in a piece of jewelry. Elegant lines with character, a

Category

American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace White Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace White Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace White Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Disc Necklace in 14K White Gold. (38) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 0.12 carat

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace Yellow Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace Yellow Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace Yellow Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Disc Circle Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold. (38) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Pave Disc
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Pave Disc

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Pave Disc

Located in New York, NY

The gorgeous diamond pave encrusted disc measures 1.5 inches in diameter and is suspended from a 20

Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold. (91) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold. (91) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold. (79) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold
14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold

14K Diamond Pave Disc Circle Pendant Necklace White Gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Diamond Pave Circle Disc Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold. (91) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

BOON Front Back Disc Diamond Pavé 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
BOON Front Back Disc Diamond Pavé 18 Karat White Gold Earrings

BOON Front Back Disc Diamond Pavé 18 Karat White Gold Earrings

By BOON

Located in Bangkok, TH

BOON Front-Back Disc Diamond Pavé Earrings in 18K White Gold Diamond: 1.49ct. Gold: 18K 15.158g.

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Small 14 Karat Gold Disc Pendant with Pavé Diamond Bale
Small 14 Karat Gold Disc Pendant with Pavé Diamond Bale

Small 14 Karat Gold Disc Pendant with Pavé Diamond Bale

Located in Greenwich, CT

Round disc-shaped pendant in high-polished 14k yellow gold with a pavé-set diamond bale. Disc

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Double Row Pave Diamond Bangle

Double Row Pave Diamond Bangle

By LFrank

Located in Venice, CA

Two joined rows of pave rose cut diamond discs create a super sparkly bangle. Organic yet

Materials

18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Schlumberger "Multiplication" Earclips

TIFFANY & Co. Schlumberger "Multiplication" Earclips

By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

with decorative "X" motifs (hence the design name "multiplication") centering pavé-set diamond discs

Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Multi Color Pave Diamond Round Disc Gold Earrings
Multi Color Pave Diamond Round Disc Gold Earrings

Multi Color Pave Diamond Round Disc Gold Earrings

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

14K white gold round stud earrings pave set with single cut white and brown diamonds, approximate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

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Pave Diamond Disc For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pave diamond disc you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 25 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect pave diamond disc may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 2 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic pave diamond disc over the years, but those made by Ri Noor, Single Stone and Vhernier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a pave diamond disc featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a pave diamond disc for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Pave Diamond Disc?

The price for a pave diamond disc starts at $465 and tops out at $20,665 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,248.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About Pave Diamond Disc
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Pave diamonds refer to a type of engagement ring setting. A pave setting is one in which the shank of the ring is lined with small diamonds. Diamonds are considered pave set when they are as small as .01-.02 carats.