Contemporary 7.53ct Diamond and Ruby Dangle Earrings, Silver, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Discover the allure of our 7.53 Carat Diamond and Ruby Dangle Earrings, where exquisite craftsmanship meets the timeless beauty of precious gemstones. Each pair is a testament to the...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Vintage 1990s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Insect Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The brooch is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with clear hallmarks to the reverse. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Oval / Round Content 0.43 carat Diamond Qualit...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moira Enamel, Ruby And Diamond Flower Bud Earrings
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A pair of Moira bud earrings, with orange and yellow plique à jour enamel sepals and green leaves, with pavé set rubies and diamonds, mounted in 18 carat gold, with silver settings. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
17 Carat Ruby Oval Cabochon 14 Kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Unusual 17 Carats Ruby oval cab ( 13,3 mm. x 11,6 mm.) set with 3,7 grams of 14 kt white gold, 12 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each = ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI 3 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.25 carat Ruby Quality Color Natural Cut Round Content (total) 0.2...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Marquise Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Well-balanced, substantial, and visually impressive, this is a fine example of an antique ruby cluster ring with strong presence. Dimensions Face: 2.5 × 2 cm Weight: 6.27 g Ring Si...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Ruby and Marquise Diamond Bracelet
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
9 Oval shaped Rubies weighing 11.75 Carats in a semi bezel setting with diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$704Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.39 Ct Diamond Virgo Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$630Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.39 Ct Diamond Virgo Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Virgo Diamond Bracelet is meant to represent you. This Zodiac sign bracelet comes with a birthstone of your choice- Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$6,501Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Impressive Natural Ruby Diamond White Gold Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14KT white gold Ruby Diamond ring. Natural ruby 12.23ct (18.62 x 12.93 x 4.73mm).
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring with AGL Certificate
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The center stone is secured in a six-prong setting and flanked by two round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.70 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Yellow Gold Peacock Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of jewelry/estate jewelry. Sapphire Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.45 carat Ruby Quali...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$78,000Sale Price|20% Off
ART-DECO 1925 Platinum Bracelet With 21.66 Cwt. In French Cut Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Diamonds: Mounted in French millegrain settings, with 144 calibrated European round cuts diamonds, with a combined total weight of about 10.80 carats, white colorless F color, VS cla...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
$612Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.34ct Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Flower Studs with Diamonds in 14k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
- Gold :- 14K Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total Diamond :- 0.264 Ctw. - ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
$660Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.34ct Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Flower Studs with Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
- Gold :- 18K Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A MESSAGE FOR YOUR REQUIRED GOLD COLOR) - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total Diamond :- 0.264 Ctw. - ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...
$696Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.27 Ct Diamond Libra Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$601Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.27 Ct Diamond Leo Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$652Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.42 Ct Diamond Cancer Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14...
$624Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.27 Ct Diamond Libra Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$668Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.27 Ct Diamond Leo Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$726Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.42 Ct Diamond Cancer Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
1950s J.E. Caldwell Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond ring by J.E.Caldwell & Co. Set with twenty round old cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.00 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.92ct Ruby and diamonds stud earrings in 18k yellow gold.
Located in London, GB
Featuring stunning natural round diamonds and Burmese rubies with a total carat weight of 0.95ct, these earrings have a pavé setting style and are gallery length.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Fancy Impressive Natural Ruby Diamond White Gold Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14KT white gold Ruby Diamond ring. Natural ruby 12.23ct (18.62 x 12.93 x 4.73mm).
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$694Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.24 Ct Diamond Aries Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald, Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
- Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$628Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.24 Ct Diamond Aries Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald, Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
- Setting Type :- Pave / Bezel Diamonds :- All Diamonds are genuine, natural, conflict free diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
2.85 Carat Ruby Diamond Pearl Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique crescent brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with silver settings. The crescent shaped, pierced decorated frame displays twenty-three round and oval mixed cut rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Benrus 14k rose gold ladies Deco watch rubies and diamonds
By Benrus
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular case is beautifully accented with round-cut rubies and diamonds, arranged in floral clusters at the top and bottom, with stepped diamond details framing the dial in w...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$658Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.16 Ct Diamond Taurus Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This star sign Bracelet, which features 15 pieces of 0.16 ct diamonds set in Pave settings with the gemstone with bezel setting can be customized in the gold karat and color of your ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
1860s Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Belt Buckle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The diamonds and rubies are set to the centre of applied trefoil flower shaped collet settings.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning cluster ring crafted during the early stages of the 20th century. A single round faceted old mine cut diamond sits slightly risen at the centre of an open fac...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dainty Sapphire Ruby Flower Wedding Ring with Diamonds in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Blue Sapphire, Ruby Gemstone Weight - 0.81 cts Gemstone pcs - 7 Gemstone shape - Round Gemstone size - 5, 1.6 mm Diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Diamond Bespoke Rectangular Initials Engraved Modern Hasbani Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
These particular ones are engraved using roman style font with a star set round white diamonds in the centre. The total Carat weight is 0.12 – 0.15 and 2.5 mm in diameter.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Ornate Ruby & Diamond Milgrain Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
The ruby brings a vivid pop of color, framed by round diamonds totaling approximately 0.30ctw.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$591Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold 0.16 Ct Diamond Taurus Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This star sign Bracelet, which features 15 pieces of 0.16 ct diamonds set in Pave settings with the gemstone with bezel setting can be customized in the gold karat and color of your ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Intricate 3.20ct Ruby Spiral Ring with Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Surrounding the rubies are 88 round brilliant natural diamonds, totaling 0.44ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated, scrolling multi-claw setting displays a central 0.55ct Old European round cut diamond flanked by two impressive round faceted cut rubies, totalling 0.80ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Natural Burma Ruby Oval Stud Earrings with Diamonds in Platinum & 18k Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Burma Ruby Oval Stud Earrings with Diamonds in Platinum and 18k White Gold Burma Ruby Earrings feature two GIA certified Oval Red Rubies each weighing 2.16 carats and 2....
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,980Sale Price|20% Off
Bypass Ruby & Diamond Ring in 900 Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Bypass Ruby & Diamond Ring in 900 Platinum This ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features red rubies in a sculptural bypass design.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Natural Saltwater Pearl, Ruby and 0.68Ct Diamond, Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pendant displays a stunning and large natural saltwater pearl, enveloped with a platinum coiling snake design. The snake setting is embellished with an impressive feature pavé s...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
18K Gold Sterling Silver Ruby Diamond Drop Earrings, 2.38ct
Located in Nantucket, MA
A pair of pave`-set, round-cut diamonds set in sterling silver with a faceted, pear-shaped ruby on the post also surrounded by diamonds and a Burmese ruby bead dangling from the bott...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Gold Spray Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with a clear hallmark to the reverse of the setting. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Cabochon Content 0.62 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold...
3.7ct Contemporary Silver Diamond and Ruby Fashion Ring, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 3.7 Carat Diamond and Ruby Fashion Ring exudes a timeless elegance, perfectly blending the fiery brilliance of rubies with the scintillating sparkle of diamonds. At the heart of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
18K Yellow Gold 1ct Oval Ruby Engagement Ring with Marquise Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby Ring Ruby Engagement Ring Red Gemstone Ring Unique Engagement Ring Oval Ring Raw Stone Gemstone Ring Birthstone Ring Item Features • Gold KT: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstone...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise Ruby and Diamond Falcon Pin Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Victorian turquoise and 0.08 carat ruby, 0.06 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch with 15k gold pins; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate ...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Pear- and oval-shaped rubies in red tones are interspersed with oval and round diamonds, each stone individually framed within smooth gold settings.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Round Coral Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Key Features: 18K yellow gold setting Round coral centerpiece 3 brilliant-cut diamonds per earring (total 0.30 carats) Dimensions: 2.5 cm x 1.5 cm Total weight: 13.9 grams A master...
Diamond, White Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Bypass Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
The setting is adorned with 10 marquise-cut rubies totaling 2.05 carats, arranged in fanned clusters that provide a rich contrast to the shimmering diamond accents.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Gold Long Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and chic ruby and diamond necklace. The piece features 44.89 carats of fine rubies in oval and round shapes along with 2.07 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Marguerite Ruby & Diamond Flower Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details: • Period: Contemporary • Style: Marguerite (daisy) floral • Metal: 18K white gold (750‰) • Center Stone: Natural ruby, approx. 0.20 ct • Accents: 8 round brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
Appraised Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18kt White Gold - 1.60ctw Pear Rubies
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with these exquisite 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings. Featuring a stunning combination of 1.60 carats of natural pear-shaped rubies and 0.08...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Accent Band
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Diamond Accent Band Description: This 14 karat gold ring features a central 2.36 carat oval-cut ruby.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Natural Burma Ruby Oval Stud Earrings with Diamonds in Platinum & 14k Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Burma Ruby Oval Stud Earrings with Diamonds in Platinum/14k Oval Burma Ruby Stud Earrings feature two GIA certified Natural Burma Red Rubies, weighing 4.29 carats in tot...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage ruby diamond platinum five stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in platinum, the setting provides a cool, polished backdrop that enhances the red rubies and luminous diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in Platinum Crafted in 850 platinum, this pendant necklace features a 0.21 carat oval ruby framed by a halo of round diamonds totaling 0.13 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Ruby Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire pendant features a pear-shaped ruby secured in a prong setting. A brilliant round diamond sits atop the purplish red gemstone.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1.65 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Flag Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this nautical ruby and diamond flag brooch. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.48 carat Dimensions 4.66m...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.