$33,500Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 11.44ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings 18k Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning pear shape fancy yellow diamond with oval diamond drop earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
4 Carat Pear Shaped Aquamarine Earrings with 0.36 Carat Diamonds in Platinum
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant, luminous, and refined, these pear shaped aquamarine and diamond earrings by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills feature a total of 4 carats of aquamarine set in cool, enduring pla...
Aquamarine, Beryl, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Beautiful 72.60ct Diamonds, Emeralds, and Rubies Drop Earrings
Located in רמת גן, IL
Beautiful 72.60ct Diamonds, Emeralds, and Rubies Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified Indulge in luxury with these stunning drop earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Emerald Diamond and Onyx Drop Earrings Platinum and 18K Yellow
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A pair of platinum and 18K yellow gold earrings set with 2.39 carats of emeralds, 0.70 carats each of pear shape natural diamonds, 2.50 carats of onyx, and 1.36 carats of additional ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Captivating 2.36ct Natural Diamond and Onyx Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dark romance meets high-octane glamour in these spicy, brand-new drops featuring 2.00ct of midnight-black pear-cut onyx. Wrapped in a persuasive, shimmering halo of 36 premium natura...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Opal 2.51ct. Drop Earring in 18KYG with White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Perfect for elevating any ensemble. Opal Drop Earring in 18KYG with White Diamond. Opal: 2.51 carat, 10X7mm size, pear shape.
White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Red Pink Tourmaline Long Feather Diamond Drop 18k White Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18 Karat White Gold 26 grams 2.70 inches length of earrings Diamonds 7.50 cts Red Pink Tourmalines Pear Cut/Drop Shape 6.00 CTW
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,833Sale Price / set|20% Off
14K White Gold Mixed Cut Certified Natural Diamond Cascading Drop Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
14K White Gold Mixed Cut Certified Natural Diamond Cascading Drop Earrings These wing-inspired chandelier earrings feature a cascading design of shimmering pear-shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Nina Zhou 5.72ctw Moonstone Diamond Double Blossom Baroque Pearl Drop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Discover Nina Zhou Moonstone Diamond Blossom and Baroque Pearl Convertible Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, 14k Gold
12.48 Carats Green Tourmaline Diamond 14k White Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 14k white gold, these elegant drop earrings are a stunning addition to any collection. Featuring 12.48 carats of vivid-green drop-shape tourmaline, the design is accentuat...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Set 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and set with diamonds, this pair of drop earrings each feature a large pear shape synthetic green quartz.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
These exquisite dangle earrings feature a sophisticated dual-tier pear silhouette, with a brilliant natural pear diamond stud cascading into a vibrant natural emerald drop.
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.99 CTW Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Jacket Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.99 CTW Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Jacket Earrings 18 Karat White Gold features pear cut emerald set on the top and two dangling down with one diamond making a jacket earrings. D...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Emerald Halo Oval Diamond Earrings in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. These drop earrings feature pear-shaped natural emeralds suspended below diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Mint Quartz 12.14ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Mint Quartz Drop Earring in 18Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$55,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 6.12ctt Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings 18k Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning GIA certified natural yellow diamond and diamond drop earrings, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 6.12ct total gemstone weight. 2 pear shape diamonds, 2.63 carats total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Georgian Magnificent Antique Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1800
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Georgian diamond drop earrings c.1800, each earring set to the top with an old European brilliant cut diamond in a cut down collet setting surrounded by a frame...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Sunita Nahata Rose Quartz 12.63ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rose Quartz Drop Earring in 18Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
9 Carat Natural Pink & Colorless Diamond 18k White Gold Chandelier Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Experience true luxury with these breathtaking chandelier earrings featuring an exceptional blend of natural fancy pink and white diamonds. Handcrafted in 18K white gold, this pair s...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nina Zhou Rhythm 2.45ctw Sapphire & Diamond Drop Earrings in 14k Gold
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Each earring moves with natural rhythm — a subtle reminder that elegance is best felt in motion. 14K Yellow Gold 8 Pieces 3 x 5 mm Natural Sapphire｜Royal Blue｜Pear Sapphire CTW: 2.4...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sunita Nahata Tanzanite & Sapphire 3.29ct. Drop Earrings in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Tanzanite Drop Earrings in 18Karat White Gold with Blue sapphire and Diamond.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.90 Carats Indicolite Tourmaline Diamond 14k White Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 14k white gold, these elegant drop earrings are a stunning addition to any collection. Featuring 10.90 carats of superb gem-quality drop-shape indicolites with a captivati...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 4.71ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with White Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rhodolite: 4.71 carat, 10X7mm size, Pear shape. White Diamond: 0.012 carat, 1.10mm size, round shape, G color, VS clarity.
White Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 8.80ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with White Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The magnificent magenta hues in these gems are brought to life in a classic rose gold setting with white diamonds. Rhodolite Drop Earring in 18 Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
White Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Rhodolite 4.49ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with White Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rhodolite: 4.49 carat, 10X7mm size, Pear shape. White Diamond: 0.01 carat, 1.00mm size, round shape, G color, VS clarity.
White Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5.63 carats of Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our enchanting Leaf Vein Inspired Earrings, a harmonious fusion of nature-inspired beauty and exquisite craftsmanship. Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, weighing 19.14...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Pear Emeralds 31.17 Carat Total Weight & Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 31.17 carats Pear shape Emeralds and Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold Large Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings feature Natural Pear shaped Emeralds with Round, Baguet...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Pink Tourmaline 11.19ct. Drop Earrings in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold with Diamond.
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GemFusion 17.83ctw Topaz Peridot Diamond Convertible Drop Earrings
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Featuring a total of 17.00 carats of vibrant gems—emerald-cut and pear-shaped topaz paired with brilliant green peridot—the design plays with proportion and geometry while retaining ...
Diamond, Topaz, Peridot, 14k Gold
$4,375Sale Price / set|20% Off
1.1 Carat Diamond Minimalist Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.1 Carat Diamond Minimalist Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry features round and pear cut diamond making tiny two strands making minimal drop earrings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$3,500Sale Price / set|20% Off
1.1 Carat Diamond Minimalist Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.1 Carat Diamond Minimalist Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry features round and pear cut diamond making tiny two strands making minimal drop earrings.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
10.02 cts CS's Tanzanite and Aquamarine Drop Diamond Earrings
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary Tanzanite and Aquamarine Drop diamond earrings mounted in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanzanite, Rhodolite and Diamond Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold, 8.52 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Color, shape and proportion define these beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings. All stones are bezel set in 18k gold, made by our Master Jewelers in Los Angeles. A large pair of beautifu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Rhodolite, Go...
J. Birnbach Rose Cut & Briolette Diamond Drop Earrings
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Featuring assorted pavé = 1.88 carat total weight, six, rose-cut pear shape diamonds and a scintillating, matched pair of briolettes = approximately 5 carat total weight, these edgy ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Citrine and Diamond Halo Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold with Lever Backs
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These pretty drop earrings feature crystal clear citrine "onion" shapes framed with diamond set halos! The citrines are a beautiful color - so delicate and sparkly! Crafted in 18k ye...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$27,766Sale Price / set|20% Off
Genuine 20.13Ct Emerald Drop Earrings with Teardrop Diamonds 14k Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine 20.13Ct Emerald Drop Earrings with Teardrop Diamonds 14k Gold Jewelry Combining the timeless beauty of emeralds with the brilliance of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Sapphire and Diamond Earring with Pearl Drop in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Sapphire and Diamond Earring with Pearl Drop in 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Earrings feature Pear shape and Baguette Sapphires and Round Brilliant Diamonds i...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Natural Yellow & White Diamond Flower Drop Earrings 18 Karat Gold. GIA
Located in New York, NY
Novel Collection showcasing a pair of 18 Karat Gold 2.47 Carat natural Yellow Diamond pear shaped Flower Drop Earrings. Set with 112 round brilliant 0.62 carat.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,646Sale Price / set|20% Off
Green Gemstone Diamond Long Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Green Gemstone Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Long Drop Earrings features pear cut diamonds set in a row with pear cut synthetic emeralds set below the diamonds making a long dang...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,558Sale Price / set|20% Off
Green Gemstone Diamond Long Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Green Gemstone Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Long Drop Earrings features pear cut diamonds set in a row with pear cut synthetic emeralds set below the diamonds making a long dang...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elegant Carved Jade And Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Sausalito, CA
Duel round diamond studs with a bagguette cut diamond bridge, With a translucent carved jade green pear shape stone. Consisting of: Two jadeite stones (No Dye) GIA Cert#5221884148 ...
Jade
Sunita Nahata Opal 4.44ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG with Pink Tourmaline & Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Its iridescent glow and delicate simplicity make it a timeless accessory, perfect for enhancing any ensemble. Opal Drop Earrings in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Pink Tourmaline & Diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emerald South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and South Sea pearl earrings feature a flower design on the ear. It is set with 5.35 carats of drop shape faceted Zambian emeralds of crystalline quality and brilliant co...
White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White...
$15,895Sale Price / set|20% Off
6.58 Carat Oval Pear & Round Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
★PRODUCT SPECIFICATION★ • ITEM CODE - SEE-13955C • EARRING LENGTH - 30.5 mm Approx • METAL - 18k White Gold • 18k White Gold Weight : 9.65 gm • GROSS WEIGHT - 10.97 gm Approx • MAKI...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.41 Carat Natural Fancy Diamond Branch Motif Drop Earrings in 18k Black Gold
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
In 18 karat gold, these earrings are a great addition to any Shimon's Creations. With intricate detail, these handmade earrings have a natural and earthy feel, without compromising ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Elegant 1.19Ct Natural Aquamarine & Diamond Drop Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These drop hoop earrings feature a 1.19 carats of pear-shaped aquamarine drops, set in 14k white gold.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Luxury Emerald & Diamond Double Halo Latchback Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These drop earrings are feature 0.84 carats of pear cut emeralds set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired Emerald & Diamond Halo Drop Leverback Earrings in 14K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These drop earrings feature 0.83 carat of pear‑shaped natural emeralds and diamonds set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.55 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.55 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold features 3.14 carat set of pear cut emerald dropping down the 0.14 carat set of tapered diamond on the lo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
De Grisogono Amethyst Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Blackened Gold
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Monaco, MC
De Grisogono amethyst and diamond drop earrings in 18K blackened gold, each featuring a large pear-shaped amethyst cabochon suspended below a sculptural composition of faceted amethy...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold
$14,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural 3.6 Carat Diamond Floral Dangle Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 3.6 Carat Diamond Floral Dangle Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold feature a blooming floral motif at the top, followed by a flowing cascade of diamonds that resemble petals a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural 3.6 Carat Diamond Floral Dangle Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 3.6 Carat Diamond Floral Dangle Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold feature a blooming floral motif at the top, followed by a flowing cascade of diamonds that resemble petals a...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Sunita Nahata London Blue Topaz 5.36ct. Drop Earring in 18KRG With Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
London Blue Topaz Drop Earring in 18Karat Rose Gold with White Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,376Sale Price / set|20% Off
Geometric 1.61ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond Link Drop Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant drop earrings feature 1.61 carats of pear-shaped blue sapphires, set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Long Dangle Drop Wedding Earrings in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald Diamond Long Dangle Drop Wedding Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of 18K green Agate and Diamond drop Earrings
Located in Toronto, ON
Pair of 18K green Agate and Diamond drop Earrings. Each suspending a polished large pear shape green agate with mottled with black and white coloring.
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,968Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pear Cut 2.30Ct SI/H Natural Diamond Jacket Earrings For Bridesmaid 14k Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Pear Cut 2.30Ct SI/H Natural Diamond Jacket Earrings For Bridesmaid 14k Gold These earrings feature a cascading double-row design set with dazzling pear-shaped diamonds, each expertl...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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