Argyle Australia 0.53ct Natural Loose Fancy Red Pink 1PR Diamond Oval Shape
Located in New York, NY
Color - 1PR, Red Pink: The 1PR grade for Red Pink color places this diamond among the most rare and sought-after gems in the world.
Diamond
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Red Coral Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.20 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.10 Carats of Round Cut Emeralds.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...
.12 Carat Diamond Pearl Lady in Red Ladies Wristwatch
Located in Stamford, CT
Manual wind movement. Bright red band. 20 cultured crème color pearls 2.1mm -2.8mm 6 single cut diamonds VS-SI G-H color approx. .12cts Length: 34.37mm Width: 23.34mm Band width at...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21.86 Carat Natural Fine Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Tennis Bracelet Classic*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet Red, Transparent & oval cut. Mozambique origin 6.8 X 5.3mm - 5.5 X 4.5mm Clean Clarity and very good cut. 2.05ct. diamonds: Rounds, G color V...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$937Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k gold ring with red garnet, blue sapphire and diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Color contrast 14 kt solid gold ring with natural red garnet, blue sapphire and diamonds. Open ended ring.
Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Crimson Red Ruby and Diamond Pavé Cufflinks in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE TARRIFS AND DUTIES. NO EXTRA CHARGES UPON DELIVERY. These in cufflinks marry the deep crimson brilliance of calibré-cut rubies with the icy sparkle of pavé - ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$10,914Sale Price|20% Off
Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 1.80 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 8.80 Carats of Green Cabochon Tourmalines.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Gold & Platinum Carved Red Coral, Ruby & Diamond Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and expressive, this coral, ruby, and diamond cameo pendant offers antique charm with a bold, collectible presence.
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$937Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Red Garnet, Yellow Sapphire and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold color contrast ring with natural red garnet, yellow sapphire and diamonds. Open ended ring.
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Red Gemstone and Diamond Lever Back Earrings #24991
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold Red Gemstone and Diamond Lever Back Earrings- These elegant earrings each feature one vibrant red gemstone surrounded by 16 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beauti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine Red Enamel Diamond 14 Karat Gold Spiral Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat rose gold and set with .36 carats Aquamarine, .25 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to lar...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
$1,534Sale Price|25% Off
Mediterranean Red Coral 0.20 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.20 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Red Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Coral.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red and Green Enamel Dragon Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 5 Ring Height: ~14 mm tall Total Weight: 12.3 Grams Diamond Count: 3 single cut diamonds Diamond Carat Weight: 0.02 carat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Red Carpet Tanzanite Gemstone and Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Vintage Oscar Worthy Tanzanite and Diamond Gold Bracelet. Hand set with 20 Oval Blue/Violet Tanzanite I/F High Quality Gemstones, approx...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.41 Carat Vivid Purplish Red Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring, AIGS Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Experience the allure of this 4.41 carat vivid purplish red ruby ring. The oval sapphire radiates a vivid pink hue, capturing the light with every movement.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 4.05 Carat Diamond and Red Tourmaline Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.05 Carat Diamond Natural Red Tourmaline Ring – 14K Gold, 3.17g / 0.1 t oz Warm, vivid, and compellingly saturated, red tourmaline is among the rarest and most prized...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Victorian Style 13.5 Carat Red Oval Ruby and Round Diamond Gold Earrings
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
These earrings feature 13.5 carats of oval-cut rubies in a striking red hue, complemented by 8.3 carats of round-cut white diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Diamond Emerald Ruby Red Coral Aquamarine Yellow Gold Drop Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.25 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 2.80 Carats of Emeralds.
Aquamarine, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yello...
Art Deco Red Mediterranean Coral White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.50 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.10 Carats of Modern Round Cut Emeralds.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.65ct Vivid Red Natural Ruby Diamonds Tennis Flexible Bangle Bracelet 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Rounds, full cuts Clean clarity Transparent & Vivid Reds. Average 2.6mm each 2.15ct Natural Diamonds Rounds & full cuts Vs-s clarity G-color 14kt. yellow gold 8.3 G...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.25ct Vivid Red Natural Ruby Diamonds Tennis Flexible Bangle Bracelet 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Rounds, full cuts Clean clarity Transparent & Vivid Reds. Average 2.5mm each 2.10ct Natural Diamonds Rounds & full cuts Vs-s clarity G-color 14kt. white gold 9.1 Gr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red string diamond bracelet 14KT yellow gold 6.5" against evil eye
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful red string bracelet made with a silk thread and natural diamond in 14kt gold, bracelet is 6.5" but can be extended to any size just messafe us.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 7.24 Carat Natural Burma No Heat Red Spinel Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite natural Burma no-heat vivid red spinel and diamond ring is a true masterpiece of rarity and refinement.
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.57 Carat Natural Burma No Heat Red Spinel Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite natural Burma no-heat red spinel and diamond ring is a true masterpiece of rarity and refinement.
Spinel, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.35 Carat Natural Burma No Heat Red Spinel Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite natural Burma no-heat red spinel and diamond ring is a true masterpiece of rarity and refinement.
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Red Zircon and Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Zircon: 2 oval cut = 3.14cttw Diamonds: 94 round cut = 0.50cttw Color: J Clarity SI1 Ring Size: 7.25 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizin...
Diamond, Zircon, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,581Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.08 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has also a big Red Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Coral and Onyx.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,581Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral Jade White Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.60 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral and Jade.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 14k Red Gold Brooch with Ruby and Diamond, Circa 1880
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k red gold brooch with ruby and rose and old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct Detailed description the brooch is 3.1 cm high and 2.8 cm wide total weight: 9.0 grams set with: - 1 x ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,364Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.28 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Red Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Coral.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$262Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage look Natural Diamond Real Sun red Onyx sterling silver Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
Details are here below: Metal- Silver Metal purity- sterling silver or 925 Gemstone- Onyx Origin- Natural Diamond- Natural rose cut diamond Diamond origin- Natural, real, earth mine...
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
7.27 Carat Red Natural Ruby Diamonds Flower Cluster Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Oval, full cuts Clean clarity Transparent & Vivid Reds. Average 4 x 5mm each .40ct Natural Diamonds Rounds & full cuts Vs-2 clarity G color .20ct Natural Fancy Yellow...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,396Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Bright Oxblood Red Coral and Diamond Vintage Ring, circa 1960
Located in Aspen, CO
18K ring centering fine oxblood coral from the Mediterranean. This long oval stone is surrounded with fine white brilliant cut diamonds all hand set in 18K. The ring bears no mark...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond
Luca Carati Red Agate Diamond Ring 18k Rose Gold 0.34cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
A cabochon center red Agate ring with pave set diamonds. Crafted in 18K rose gold.
Agate, Diamond, Rose Gold
1.71 cts tw Round Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Earrings
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A classic pair of round red ruby and diamond halo earrings, with a pair of gemstones weighing 1.71cts.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Oval Cabochon Red Ruby Diamond Bow Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Ring Height: ~10 mm tall Ruby Specifications: Ruby Count: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Measuremen...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
24.14ct Natural Fancy Cinnamon Brown Diamonds Red Ruby Bracelet 18kt Tennis*
Located in New York, NY
Round cuts, Fully Faceted. Vibrant Red, excellent Sparkle. Clean Clarity & Transparent.
Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,364Sale Price|20% Off
White Diamond Mediterranean Red Coral Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Frog" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.04 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Schmuckzicke 18kt White Gold CRIMSON RED AAA+ Ruby & Diamond Necklace Mozambique
Located in Viena, Viena
In Latin "rubens" stands for red, which is where the term ruby came from. Mineralogically, the ruby belongs to the corundums with a Mos hardness of 9 (very hard, comes directly a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
26.31ct GIA Natural Red Spessartite Garnet Diamonds Raised Crown Ring 18KT*
Located in New York, NY
Raised Spessartite Crown GIA 23.91ct. Natural Red Spessartite & 2.40ct. diamonds ring. GIA Certified Report ID: 1162433127 17.69 X 15.07 X 10.68mm Full cut oval brilliant C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Red Ruby Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.6 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Sapphire Carat Weight: ~0.41 carats Sapphire Measurements: 5.2 mm x 3.8 mm x 2.8 Ruby Carat ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivid Red Ruby Beads and Diamond Briolette White Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A scintillating beaded necklace, it features 37 vivid red rubies weighing 41 carat as well as 37 white diamond briolettes weighing 5.14 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Red Ruby Double Diamond Halo Ring 10k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 10K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 7.6 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Ruby Specifications: Ruby Count: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Measurements: ~10 mm x 6.7 mm x 5.2 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
Red Ruby & Fancy Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "1 Fancy Diamonds 0.05 CT 10 Ruby 0.81 CT 18KR 3.27 GM (WDIT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Colle...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5.57 Carat No-Heat Burmese Red Spinel Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A magnificent platinum ring centered with a rare 5.57-carat natural oval-shaped red spinel from Burma (Myanmar). It is enveloped in a sparkling halo of round diamonds and flanked by ...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Zorab Creation Red and Yellow Sapphire Diamond Octopus Gold Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
The octopus' tentacles wrap around your finger and display the full magnitude of 10.52 Carats of Red Sapphires, 4.36 Carats of Yellow Sapphires, 0.94 Carats of White Diamonds, and 0....
Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
GRS & Gübelin Certified 5.99 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A striking and elegant statement ring showcasing a vivid natural Thai ruby weighing approximately 5.99 carats, set in platinum and accented by tapered trillion-cut diamonds totaling ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate GIA Natural Red Coral Diamond Halo Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This high-quality natural red coral diamond ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 18.5 grams and measuring 20mm x 16mm high.
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Sunita Nahata Red Garnet 12.03ct. Drop Earrings in 14KYG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elegant drop earrings featuring richly hued red garnets framed in 14K yellow gold and accented with sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Red Gold, Ruby, Diamond & Citrine Pin
Located in New York, NY
Florid elements terminating in pave set Diamonds.
Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,558Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Mediterranean Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.15 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has Handcut Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral.
White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Red Garnet and Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Natural Oval Gemstone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mozambique Unheated Untreated Garnet Gemstone With Brilliant Clean Diamonds All Natural Stones 14k White Gold approx 10 grams Vivid Red Garnet Oval Shape 2.34 Carat 8x7mm Full Natura...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fabergé Egg Heritage Surprise Elephant Natural Diamond Red Enamel Pendant Charm
By Fabergé
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fabergé Egg Heritage Surprise Elephant Natural Diamond Red Enamel Pendant Charm Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 17.67 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.18 CTW F-G VVS round natural diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Gold Natural Red Coral and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Banbury, GB
Exquisite pair of 18k yellow gold, diamond and natural un-treated oxblood red coral earrings.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum Ring with 3 ct. Vivid Red Ruby & 3.26 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent Platinum Ring with Vivid Red Ruby &3.26 ct. Diamonds. Ruby looks lik 4.5 to 5 Ct !
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Carved Red Coral Buddha Diamond Sapphire Pendant Pin
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This exceptional estate piece combines artistry, history, and fine craftsmanship. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the brooch/pendant features a beautifully detailed carved coral Buddha c...
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.88 Carat Bright Red Natural Ruby Diamonds Alternating Tennis Bracelet 14Karat*
Located in New York, NY
oval, full cuts Clean clarity Transparent & Vivid Reds. Average 4.1 X 3.4mm each .72ct Diamonds Rounds & full cuts Vs-2 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,001Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold "Snake" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.14 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have Red Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Coral.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian SOHO Stamped Contemporary 18K Gold Red Lucite Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By SOHO
Located in Plantation, FL
A striking Italian-made contemporary designer bangle bracelet stamped SOHO, crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold and high-polish deep red lucite, accented with pavé-set diamond rond...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Marquise Shaped Pave Diamond Ring With Red Enamel & Diamonds In 14k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14K:3.26g, Diamond:0.300ct, ,, Enamel:0.04g
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
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.