$1,599Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Freshwater Pearl Diamond Earring 0.27 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold stud earring featuring one Pink Freshwater Pearl measuring 12-13 MM with 2 round brilliants weighing 0.17 carats with a diamond halo weighing 0.10 carats.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
【Petite Signature】Lumière Akoya Pearl Cluster Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
These elegant cluster earrings feature carefully arranged Japanese Akoya pearls in a soft geometric floral composition accented by subtle diamond details in 18K gold.
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.24 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold stud earrings featuring two grey Tahitian pearls measuring 14-15 mm flanked with 10 round brilliants weighing 0.24 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamonds with Rose Gold Studs Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold South Sea Pearl 11-12 mm Diamond: 1.30 Carats
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.34 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold stud earrings featuring two white South Sea Pearls measuring 14-15 mm flanked with two center diamonds weighing 0.19 carats and 4 round brilliants weighing 0.15 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
White Freshwater Pearl Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 14K Gold 0.10 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow gold stud earrings featuring two Freshwater pearls measuring 8-9mm flanked with 40 round brilliants weighing 0.10 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold 0.10 Carat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14K White gold stud earrings featuring two Tahitian pearls measuring 8-9mm flanked with 40 round brilliants weighing 0.10 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$7,699Sale Price|20% Off
Day & Night Diamond Sapphire Pearl Drop/Stud Earrings 4.70 Carats 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold earrings featuring 142 round brilliants weighing 3.75 carats with two center sapphires weighing 0.95 carats and white South Sea Pearls measuring 14-15 mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
$9,980 / item
【Jādora】Jadeite Halo South Sea Pearl Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, A Jadeite, Natural Diamond, and 900 Platinum Dimensions Earrings Length Approx. 2.0 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12 mm Qu...
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
$3,880 / item
【Lustre Arc】Aurora Tahitian Pearl Ribbon Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Tahitian Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material Tahitian Pearl, 18k White Gold and Diamond Dimensions 1.3 x 1.9 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 10-11mm Q...
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings 0.36 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 mm with a diamond motif bow with 36 diamonds weighing 0.36 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Akoya Pearl Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold 0.10 Carats 8-9 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Akoya pearl stud earrings featuring a diamond halo weighing 0.10 carats crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
【Conchéa】Aurora Akoya & Conch Pearl Halo Earrings — 3.73ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Each natural conch pearl exhibits a distinctive flame pattern, encircled by flawless Akoya pearls and marquise-cut diamonds set in 18K white gold (4.83g, 1.31ct).
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$3,960Sale Price / item|28% Off
【Caelmare】Summer Radiance Turquoise & Pearl Blossom Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A central turquoise cabochon is encircled by alternating petals of brilliant-cut diamonds and luminous Akoya pearls, forming a floral silhouette that captures the energy of the season.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold
【Caelmare】Natural Turquoise & Baby Akoya Pearl Halo Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Encircled by a constellation of Baby Akoya pearls and finely set diamonds, the silhouette forms a luminous crest — a tide of elegance held in platinum.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Platinum
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bow Drop Earrings 0.14 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Color G-H Clarity SI Diamond bow measures 1/2" wide & 3/8" height
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$4,068Sale Price / item|30% Off
South Sea Pearl Studs and Halo Diamonds in Yellow White Rose Gold Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K WYR Gold South sea Pearl 13-14mm Diamonds 1.00 cts.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Caelmare】Azure Bloom Turquoise & Akoya Pearl Stud Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, Natural Turquoise, Diamond, and 18k Gold Dimensions Earrings Lenght Approx. 1.9 x 1.9cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 3-4mm Quali...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Heart Shape Diamond Earrings 0.17 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold earring featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm and two round brilliants weighing 0.17 carats flanked with 26 round diamonds in a heart shape design, 0.10 ca...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$2,550Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond South Sea Pearl Stud Earrings 0.41 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold stud earrings featuring two South Sea measuring 13-14 mm with round brilliants weighing 0.41 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.38 Carat 13-14 MM 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl earrings featuring two pear shape diamonds weighing 0.38 carats, in 18k white gold.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Sculptural Wave Aurora Akoya Pearl Gala Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions Earrings Length 3.7 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 9-9.5 mm Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Colo...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2.50 Carat Diamond and Pearl Gold Chevron Earrings
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Chevron Earrings The earrings are 18K White Gold There are 2.50 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS There are 9.00mm Cultured Pearls The earrings measure 0.75" x 0.50".
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.49 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 14-15 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold stud earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 14-15 MM with a decorative diamond circular design containing 104 round brilliants, 0.49 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Jādora】 PSL Certified Verdant Symphony Venus South Sea Pearl Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Collection: Crown Radiance Origin: Japan Metal: 18K White Gold PSL Venus Certificate South Sea Pearls: 13 mm Shape: Round Luster: Mirror-like Surface: Virtually Clean...
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Sunburst Aurora South Sea Pearl Cocktail Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond Dimensions 1.4 x 1.7 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 10-11 mm ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Jādora】Imperial Leaf Halo Jadeite & South Sea Pearl Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
At the center rests a luminous South Sea pearl, embraced by a radiant double halo—brilliant diamonds on one side, sculpted Type A jadeite leaves on the other.
Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 0.30 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 12-13 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold stud earrings featuring 2 South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM flanked with 14 round brilliants weighing 0.30 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond South Sea Pearl Stud Earrings 0.35 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 13-14 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold stud earrings featuring 2 South Sea Pearls measuring 13-14 MM flanked with 12 round brilliants weighing 0.35 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Golden Harvest Aurora South Sea Pearl Leaf Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A tribute to nature’s golden bounty, these earrings feature glowing South Sea pearls embraced by delicate diamond-encrusted leaves.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】AAAA Golden South Sea Pearl Halo Dome Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Emerald, and Diamond Dimensions Earrings Diameter 1.8 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12 mm Quality: AAAA N...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Vine Symphony】Imperial Garden Aurora South Sea Pearl Emerald Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamonds, and Emerald Dimensions Earrings Diameter Approx. 3.0 mm P...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamonds with Rose Gold Studs Earrings
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold South Sea Pearl 11-12 mm Diamond: 1.30 Carats
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
【Crown Radiance】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Multigem Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, Sapphire, and Emerald Dimensions Earring Diameter Approx. ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
【Vine Symphony】Golden Hive Bee Aurora Akoya Pearls Sapphires Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of each design rests a soft Aurora-grade Akoya pearl, capturing the essence of dew on golden blossoms.
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pink Freshwater Pearl Rhodolite Halo Stud Earrings 3.82 Carats 18KT Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Rhodolite 3.79 Carats Diamonds 0.26 Carats 13-14 mm Pink Freshwater Pearl
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Akoya Snowflake Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearls, 18k White Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions Earrings Diameter Approx. 3.0cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 3-7.5mm Quality: A...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$1,249Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Amethyst Pink Freshwater Pearl Earrings 1.81 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat White gold stud earrings featuring two Pink Freshwater Pearls measuring 10-11 mm flanked with marquise shape Amethysts weighing 1.81 carats. Matching Necklace In Stock.
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, White Gold
$1,248Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fresh Water Pearl Rhodolite Amethyst Drop Earrings 2.80 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold drop earrings featuring two Fresh water cultured pearl measuring 12-13 mm flanked with Rhodolite, Amethyst in purple and dark pink weighing 2.80 carats. Pearl Quality ...
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sapphire Amethyst South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 5 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold dome drop earrings featuring number Sapphires, 2.20 Carats, Amethyst & Rhodolite weighing 2.80 Carats and two white South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 MM. Customiz...
Amethyst, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cultured Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cultured pearl and diamond earrings of flower design each set with a cultured pearl and a single-cut diamond, mounted in 14 karat gold, length approximately 26mm, gross weight appro...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl
Estate Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Charming Earrings in 18k white gold with two high quality Australian south sea pearls, 12,70 mm, of perfect shape and color, and sparkling round brilliant cut and marquise diamonds, ...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$11,254 / item
Tahitian Pearls & Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Tahitian Pearls & Diamonds earrings , in an essential and modern design , so chic and refined style.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Studs Cultured Pearls
By Mikimoto
Located in Fairfield, CT
Mikimoto Pearl Diamond Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Studs Cultured Pearls These Mikimoto earrings feature four cultured pearls arranged around a floral cluster of round brilliant-cut di...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,950 / set
Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Delicate but with impact pearl earrings surrounded by round cut diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold
Yellow South Sea Pearl Earrings. Intense Yellow Hue Pearl Old Euro Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Natural South Sea Pearls Pearl Color: Intense Yellow Pearl Shape: Off-Round Pearl Luster: High Luster Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Appr...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
$319Sale Price|20% Off
Dual tone Natural diamonds pearl sterling silver pearl stud earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
The beautiful elegant natural diamond sterling silver pearl earrings consists of- Diamond type- Natural pave diamonds Diamond color- White with a tint of grey Diamond weight- 1.85ct...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1930s, Platinum, American. These graceful diamond-set Art Deco earrings are timeless chic. Set with lustrous white pearls and 1.25 carats of fine white diamonds (H-G color and...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Pearls, Diamonds White Gold Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.63 ct Pearls 6.00 gr - 13 mm Total Weight 10.00 gr RF +URGA For any informations, feel free to contact the seller through the message center.
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Earrings 13.5mm & Diamonds 18k
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful South Sea Pearl Earrings Metal: 18k Two Tone white and yellow gold approx 23.5 grams Size: approx 1' inch high Very Nice Luster Pearls approx size 13.5 - 14 mm Natural Dia...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
White Pearl Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings in 18kt white gold set with 2 white pearls 5.63 cts and 288 diamonds 2.35 cts
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Grey Pearls, Diamonds, Platinum Retrò Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retrò earrings in platinum structure mounted with a grey pearl surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage White Gold Pearl & Diamond Floral Earrings - '60s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elegant vintage earrings featuring luminous white pearls framed by a delicate floral halo of round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Spinel, Diamond and Natural Pearl Earrings
Located in Genève, CH
Two red cabochon cut spinels set in 18k red gold, with diamonds and natural pearls. The spinels weigh a total of 3.98cts, the 16 natural pearls 1.46cts, and the 28 single cut diamond...
Natural Pearl, Spinel, Diamond, 18k Gold
Pearl & Diamond French Clip Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1970s, these ribbed geometric shaped earrings are 14k Gold and set with a large natural Pearl. Features Cabochon cut Pink Sapphires are on both ends, five rows of round brillia...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Modern 18K Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Parure Set, 11mm Pearls
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds set, complete with earrings and pendant , in modern and essential design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,900 / set
Tahitian Pearl Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond White Gold Earrings. The Tahitian Pearl and Diamond White Gold Earrings were made around 2000.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Pearl and Diamonds Cluster Earrings 9mm Pearls 18K Gold top condition
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A pair of vintage pearl and diamond cluster earrings, set in 18ct gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond 14k Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MATERIALS: 14k Gold GEMSTONE: Pearl, Diamond WEIGHT: 7.7 Grams MEASUREMENT: Pearl Diameter - 7/16" HALLMARKS: 14K ITEM DETAILS: These 14k white gold stud earrings feature Tahiti...
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
$17,178 / item
South Sea Pearls & Diamonds 14k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls & Diamonds earrings in an adorable design, so elegant and refined style.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 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.
Stud earrings have a unique and rich cultural history. Though their design has evolved, vintage stud earrings are still a classic jewelry style.
Stud earrings are frequently dated back over 7,000 years to Asia, where they were worn mostly by upper-class men to indicate their wealth and status. Although earrings sometimes fell out of favor over the years — such as when ear piercing was prohibited by the Catholic Church in the 13th century — they’ve remained one of the most enduring forms of body modification.
When diamond jewelry gained prominence in the 19th century, thanks to prosperity in Europe and the United States as well as the greater accessibility of gemstones, studs adorned with fine diamonds became popular. Screw-back earrings debuted in the late 19th century and allowed people without pierced ears to don the embellishment. Stud earrings became especially popular in the 1960s.
Stud earrings are simple and usually small in size, making them lightweight and easy to wear. Unlike other earrings, stud earrings have a floating appearance. They are often made with a single gemstone, such as a sapphire or emerald, and a straight post that goes through the ear, typically with a rubber or metal backing to hold it in place.
Today, stud earrings accentuate outfits with a casual, elegant style, adding a bit of glam to any ensemble. Find an eclectic array of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The mismatched, multiple-earring look may have started with fashion jewelry, but A-list fans have taken it to the next level.
From buttons to chandeliers, here are the top styles to get or give in 2020.
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 classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.