South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Ruby 2.43 carats and Diamond 0.57 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.0 cm Length: 3.4 cm Total Weight: 8.28 grams "We...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby
18 Karat White Gold Clover Leaf Ruby and Diamond Pendant with Chain by Salavetti
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
One clover leaf is pave set with Diamonds of approximately 3.86 ct, G, vs. and the other Clover leaf is pavé set with Rubies weighing approximately 3.24 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 2.42 Carat Ruby and Diamond Flower Shaped Pendant
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold ruby and diamond pendant. 2.42 ct ruby and .59ct diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT White Gold IGI Certified Ruby and Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in New York, NY
The vibrant ruby is surrounded by 0.88 carats of round cut diamonds, with G-H color and VS clarity, adding a sparkling halo that enhances the pendant's elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$6,886
Diamond Pendant Earrings
By Artigianale
Located in Roma, RM
750‰ gold pendant with a refined and contemporary design, featuring an elegant teardrop shape that stands out for its balance and harmony. In the center shines a large synthetic ruby...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k African Ruby and Princess Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any outfit with our stunning 18k African Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace. Crafted in 18k white gold, this necklace features a 17.5 inch chain and a dazzling 1.75 inch penda...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.61 ct CS's Extraordinary Round Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful red ruby and diamond pendant, with a center brilliant shape gemstone weighing 0.61cts.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Black Pearl Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl is completely exposed and connected to a flower-like design suspended from a decorative ruby bead. The pendant is accompanied by an 18” white gold chain decorated with 4 ro...
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Yellow Quartz Ruby and Diamond Pendant, Earrings and Ring Jewelry Set
Located in Pasadena, CA
A refined jewelry set featuring a pair of natural yellow quartz earrings carved in a floral motif, accented with natural rubies and diamonds in a leaf design. The earrings are crafte...
Carved Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Pendant Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold, circa 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
The diamonds have a total approximate weight of 0.60 Carat, while the Rubies weigh approximately 20 Carats in total.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ARAYIAN Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond S-Shape Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Tsavorite, Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold A graceful S-shaped pendant set with vivid tsavorite garnets and rich rubies, accented by fine diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.22 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcasing flower design pendant with 4 oval shape Rubies weighing 1.22 carats total and 1 round shape Ruby weighing 0.13 carat, accented by a row of 33 round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Modern Ruby, Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Pendant, 3.19 Carats
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond pendant, set with a 3.19ct cushion shaped, faceted, mixed-cut ruby, in a four claw setting, with three, graduating, round brilliant cut diamonds grain set in the b...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
6.85 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this striking ruby and diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 14 karat white gold and showcases a vibrant oval cut ruby weighing approximately 6.85 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Florentine Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's hand Florentine Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 5 round full cut diamonds set in 14k yellow gold with 16 round rubies. 23 inch chain. 5 full cut round diamonds, approx. t...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold 2.02CT Ruby and Diamond Scalloped Halo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
18KT white gold ruby and diamond pendant necklace featuring an emerald cut ruby weighing 2.02 CT.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Pear Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 6 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold with 10 pear shaped red rubies totaling 1.00cts. with a 16 inch 18k yellow gold chain. 10 pear...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.50 Carat Round Cabochon Ruby Diamond Pierced Engraved Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 1 beautiful round cabochon 14k yellow gold bezel set translucent bright red ruby center stone in a handmade platinum pierced and ha...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 32 CT Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An incredible IGI certified 18K white gold ruby and diamond pendant. Centered with a lab grown red corundum ruby weighing approximately 32 CT and measuring approximately 27 × 20 × 9....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .76 Ruby Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified .76ct oval purple/ red ruby with 1 round accent diamond, set in a 14k white gold setting. 16 inch gold chain.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fine Ruby & Diamond pendant necklace 18KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant ruby and diamond pendant necklace, 100% natural untreated rubies(Burma) paired with fine VS diamonds in 18KT white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Black Onyx Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This black onyx, ruby and diamond pendant necklace, crafted in 18k white gold in an Art Deco style.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Burma Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl , Ruby and Diamonds Pendant. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and class on your look.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Rose Gold Art Deco Style Ruby & Diamond Pendant #19854
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Rose Gold Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Pendant JAGi Certified- This spectacular 14K rose gold pendant features 46 antique cut diamonds and 15 natural round cut rubies set in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds Siam Ruby 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl, Siam Ruby and Diamonds pendant, so chic and refined design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
10.00 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Pendant 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Center Stone: Natural Ruby Quantity & Weight: One ruby weighing 10.00 carats Color: Red (Strong intensity) Shape: Mixed Cut Clarity: Very eye clean Side Stones: Diamonds To...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 11.71 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 11.71ct natural untreated 8 sided Trapiche ruby set in 18k yellow gold setting with a halo of 16 round red rubies and 4 round bezel s...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond pendant necklace moi et toi necklace 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Cute ruby and diamond pendant necklace made in 14KT gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
1.1 Carat Oval Ruby Pendant with 0.24 Carat Natural Diamond Halo in 14k ref1183
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
A romantic gift, a July birthstone treasure, or a meaningful addition to any fine jewelry collection, this ruby and diamond pendant is a piece to be cherished for a lifetime.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.10 Ct Burma Ruby 4.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Burma Ruby and Diamonds pendant. Crafted with meticulous attention on details and with extremely care on manufacture.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.12 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Pendant 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond pendant by Rewa Jewels. The centre ruby is a 2.12 carat ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as Burmese, No Heat, and of 'Pigeon Blood' status.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asscher Green Peridot & Pink Ruby and Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This peridot with pink ruby and diamond pendant presents a stunning example of Art Deco styling and design.
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond 18mm Pearl Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond pendant necklace features a ligature of 4 fancy-cut rubies of brilliant color (oval, heart shape and pear shape) and round diamonds suspending a splendid 18mm So...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$38,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 carat Ruby Pendant Necklace with Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
This Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace features a captivating oval-shaped red ruby, weighing 5.01 carats, sourced from Mozambique and certified by GRS (please see copy of the certifi...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant, United States, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking blend of elegance and artistry, this large opal, ruby, and diamond pendant showcases exceptional vintage-inspired design with luminous color and intricate goldwork.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 2.15 Ct Ruby Diamond Pendant Ruby Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Estate natural ruby and diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Round Ruby Pendant Mounted with 14K Gold and Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural ruby and diamond pendant in 14K Gold. It has a round cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 27.03 Carat Opal Ruby Diamond 14k Two Tone Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Opal, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 27.03 carat pear shape opal with a halo of 11 round diamonds and 11 round rubies.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Shape Ruby Diamond 18mm Pearl Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond pendant features a ligature of 3 fancy-cut rubies (heart shape, oval, and pear shape) and round diamonds suspending a splendid 18mm South Sea pearl.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold
Rubellite Ruby Diamond 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this rubellite, ruby and diamond pendant necklace in 18k rose gold, centered by a rubellite framed within a radiating surround of round rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Rose Gold
AIGS 1.05 cts Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby & 0.20 cts Diamonds 14K WG Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Center Stone: Ruby • Weight: 1.05 carats • Shape: Pear • Cut: Faceted • Color: Pinkish Red • Color Intensity: Strong • Dimensions: 8.74 × 5.90 × 2.73 mm • Quantity: 1 Side Stones: D...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIG-GIT Certified South Sea Pearls 7.20 Ct Diamonds 6.20 Ct Burma Ruby Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Another true masterpiece of South Sea Pearls , Ruby and Diamonds pendant. Stunning piece features sparkling diamonds that add a touch of glamour and luxuriousness to the overall look.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design Ruby Weight: 1.60 Carats Total Diamond Weight: 0.38 Carats This luxurious 18K White Gold Ruby and Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Burma Ruby Gemstone 0.51 carats set in Platinum Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of this platinum pendant, featuring a stunning 0.51-carat natural Burma ruby, gracefully accented by sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Signed 22.41 Carat No Heat Cabochon Ruby and Ruby Bead Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 22.41 Carat No Heat Pear Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant with a 2-Strand Ruby Bead Necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.97 ct UnHeated Cabochon Ruby Necklace Halo Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Unheated Ruby Cabochon Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace features a GIA certified Cushion Sugarloaf Double Cabochon Ruby with Purple-Red...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
40.00 Carat Quartz Amethyst Ruby Diamond Gold Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
The liquid filled crystal starts at the lower left prong and goes almost to the center at an angle toward the upper right prong. The 14k rose gold pendant is accented with square cut...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : This second-hand white gold ruby and diamond pendant is feminine and easy to wear.
Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Heart Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : This secondhand ruby and diamond pendant will go beautifully with the ring featuring the same design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA .90 Carat Heart Shape Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. This piece begins with a heart shaped ruby mounted in a platinum setting with a halo of 11 round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1970s Vintage 0.80ct Ruby & 0.58ct Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage 1970s ruby and diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$847Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Bold Round Natural Ruby Diamond Solitaire Pendant for Anniversary Gift
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant features a striking 11 mm round natural ruby weighing an impressive 7.2 carats, radiating deep red brilliance and ti...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
61.58 Carat Pear Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Retro Pendent Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
One of a kind Mid 1940's aqua, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. This necklace begins with a stunning 61.58cts pear shaped aqua, mounted in a 14k rose gold setting.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$36,800
Ruby and Diamond Tassel
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An important Ruby and Diamond Tassel Necklace 175 carats of fine Ruby and 8.38 carats of white round brilliant diamonds. 30 inch removable diamond by yard chain, set in white gol...
Diamond, Ruby
Ruby and Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
The flower shape is made from 6 rubies totaling 0.83 carats with VS2, G color diamonds for the center and as a halo around the rubies as well as on the bail of the pendant.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.12 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Cluster Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
18k white gold vintage style Ruby and Diamond pendant. Oval Ruby sits center surrounded by 2 rows of round brilliant cut Diamonds with additional accent Diamonds hiding the bale. 1 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ruby and Diamond Cauldron Pendant
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 2.6 grams Pendant Dimensions: 21mm x 16mm (excluding bail) Bail Dimensions: 5mm x 2.5mm (length x inside) Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.03ct Diamond Dime...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Platinum
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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.