14K Gold Polki Diamond and Ruby Teardrop Earrings
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Embrace a touch of regal heritage with these exquisite ruby and diamond drop earrings. Crafted in 14K gold, this pair features a stunning contrast between the vintage charm of rose-c...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $16, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Red Ruby Pave Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Earrings. Earrings contain almost 5.5...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
14K Gold Ruby and Diamond Hoop Earrings, 6.56ct Ruby, 0.85ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made earring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
ARAYIAN Unheated Siam Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Our Unheated Siam Ruby & Diamond Earrings are designed to take you from day to night.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Ruby Earrings 14K Gold Estate Omega Backs
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ruby Earrings 14K Gold Estate Omega Backs These estate genuine Ruby diamond earrings are made in solid 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond 14K Gold Retro-Era Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular Retro-Style Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Earrings– Centering two Natural White Pearls, Accented by 18 Princess-Cut Red Rubies, 20 Baguette-Cut White Diamonds, 30 Round-Brillia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Whit...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond 14K Gold Retro-Era Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Spectacular Retro-Style Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Earrings– Centering two Natural White Pearls, Accented by 18 Princess-Cut Red Rubies, 20 Baguette-Cut White Diamonds, 30 Round-Brillia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Whit...
Sūrya Sun Flower Earrings II in 18 Karat Gold with Rubies and Diamonds
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Made of 18kt yellow gold, these earrings are adorned with 83.32 carats of mesmerizing Rubies and 0.35 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
0.45ct Diamond, Ruby & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of brilliance to your look with the Ruby Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings, crafted in 14K Yellow Gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,389 / item
0.67ct Diamond & Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a regal touch to your jewelry collection with the 40 Ruby Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone Stud Earrings.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Platinum Ruby and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Surrounding each ruby is a halo of sparkling pavé-set diamonds with a total weight of ~0.19 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold 4.00 Cttw est. Ruby and 1.35 Cttw est. Diamond Earrings
Located in Troy, MI
Delicious Ruby & Diamond earrings, crafted from rich 18 karat yellow gold in classic style.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold 3.64 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each ruby is encircled by an elegant spray of high-quality white diamonds, creating a radiant, starburst effect that enhances the ruby’s beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold approx. 10ctw Ruby and 0.11ctw Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold approx. 10ctw Ruby and 0.11ctw Diamond Hoop Earrings These stunning Ruby Diamond Hoop Earrings are in excellent condition and are ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Ruby Drop Earrings Diamond Accent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The design features a faceted ruby at the lobe, a bezel-set diamond, and an oval ruby drop below, giving the earrings beautiful movement and rich color.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
$5,599Sale Price|20% Off
2.02 Carat Clear Mozambique Ruby Earrings Studs in 18k yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of 2.02 carat Ruby & Diamond 0.14 Carat with Solid 18k yellow Gold.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bicolor Gold Ruby and Diamond Star Drop Earrings, 2006
Located in BILBAO, ES
- Metal: 18K White Gold and Yellow Gold - Gemstones: - 2 Cabochon-Cut Rubies - 16 Brilliant-Cut White Diamonds, approx. 0.16 carats total - 24 Brown Diamonds - De...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Natural 2.52cts Ruby & 0.39cts Diamond Studs Earring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made earring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.01 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earring In 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of unique ruby and diamond earrings featured by Rewa jewels made in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Floral 3.78ct Natural Ruby & 0.38ct Diamond Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
The warm glow of gold enhances the gemstone’s soft, ocean-like hue, making this earring a timeless piece — perfect for special occasions or as a unique engagement and wedding earring...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 K Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Dangle Earclips Diamonds Ruby Emerald Pendants
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Elegant earclips in 18 K yellow Gold designed as a ribbon bow, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds totalling ca. 3.80 ct, each suspending a detachable, interchangeable pendant with...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Phosphosiderite Ruby Gold Diamonds Green Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of art deco style earrings with the upper part where we find 2 buttons of Phosphosiderite diameter 10 mm below which we find 2 elements in white gold rubies diamonds and green...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
1980s Diamond 18.86cts GIA Ruby 18K Gold Cabochon Floral Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
A Classy pair of elegant Cabochon Ruby, Diamond, and Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings, crafted in a combination of 18K white and yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage citrine diamond ruby 18k yellow gold drop earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The combination of citrine, ruby, diamond, and yellow gold creates a striking palette that feels warm, opulent, and highly eye-catching.
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Ruby and 0.10 ct Diamond White 18 kt gold Earrings
Located in MADRID, ES
Add a touch of Art Deco elegance with these stunning ruby and diamond stud earrings crafted in white gold 18 kts.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Natural Red Ruby Stone 1.07 carats set in 14K White Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds frame the rubies in a vintage-inspired halo, creating a fusion of vibrancy and fire.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Each earring features a richly colored oval-cut Ruby, with 2 oval-cut Rubies totaling 2.10 carats, framed by a luminous halo of 36 brilliant-cut white diamonds totaling 0.24 carats.
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Go...
18k White Gold Oval Ruby Cts 1.65 Marquise Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The deep red rubies symbolize love and vitality, while the diamonds add a touch of divine purity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Serpent Drop Earrings in Silver and 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
The interplay of emeralds, rubies, diamonds, and sculptural metalwork creates a collector-worthy design with strong visual identity.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Style Carved Jade White Gold Diamonds Rubies Black Enamel Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings we have the tops with 2 Bamboo shape Jades ,the middle parts are composed of 2 elements in White Gold ,Rubies, Diamonds and Black Enamel,whil...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$5,550 / set
14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Earrings These stunning Ruby Diamond Flower Earrings are in excellent condition and are ready to ship!
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.93 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.93 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 14K Gold These earrings center 2.54 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 2.93 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 3.15 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.15 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 14K Gold These earrings center 2.80 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 3.15 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 6.02 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 6.02 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 18K Gold These earrings center 5.62 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 6.02 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 3.82 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.82 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 14K Gold These earrings center 3.52 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 3.82 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 5.65 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.65 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 14K Gold These earrings center 5.00 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 5.65 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby White Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No-Heat Ruby & Diamond Gold Earrings These exquisite earrings feature a pair of GIA-certified, unheated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 1.20 car...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 8.36 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.36 Carat Ruby Diamond Earrings 18K Gold These earrings center 7.20 carats of natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 8.36 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Unheated Burma Ruby Cts 4.11 Rose-Cut Diamond Earrings GIA Cert
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Unheated Burma Ruby Cab earrings with antique rose cut diamonds to maintain their vivid red hue, these rubies exemplify exceptional purity and rarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$66,125
Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
Classic Ruby and Diamond Earrings 10.16 carats "intense red" ruby 5.90 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds 18k white gold Approximately 10 x 6 mm Certified by Christi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
Oval Cut Ruby and Multi Diamond Dangle Convertible Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These elegant ruby and diamond earrings offer both beauty and versatility.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$19,838
Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
Pictures do not do these earrings justice! Vibrant rubies surrounded by white pear shaped diamonds. 4.23 carats of fine red Ruby. 4.09 carats of white pear shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$34,500
Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
7.20 carats of certified Intense Red emerald cut Ruby. 1.34 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Theodoros 18k Gold & Sterling Silver Ruby Wing Skull Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 18k Gold, 925 Sterling Silver Gemstone: Ruby, Diamond Weight: 11.9 Grams Measurement: 1/2" x 2 1/8" Hallmarks: Theodoros, 925, 750
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$27,600
Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pair of Ruby and Diamond Earrings 7.47 carats of certified Intense Red oval Ruby 4.89 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds Set in 18k yellow gold and platin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$6,792Sale Price|20% Off
9.15 Carat Pear Cut Ruby and Diamond Modern Style Dangle Earrings in 18k Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
9.15 Carat Pear Cut Ruby and Diamond Modern Style Dangle Earrings in 18k Gold These Ruby Flower Earrings celebrate the beauty of nature through an elegant floral-inspired design.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$212,750
Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pair of rare Burma Ruby earrings. 9.45 carats of Certified INTENSE RED Oval Burma Ruby. 7.72 carats of white pear and marquise shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$5,450Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Cut 1.3Ct Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pear Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Studs in 18K Gold. Embrace your look with these stunning pair of earrings suitable for any occasion to complete your outfit.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$143,750
Ruby and Diamond Drop Earring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pair of Ruby Dangle earrings. 37.20 carats of certified “Intense Red” Ruby 17.08 carats of colorless white round and pear shape diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$840Sale Price|40% Off
NWT $1400 18KT Gold Glittering Fancy Pear Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings Studs
Located in New York, NY
Earrings are comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Large Gorgeous Pear Red Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings!!! T.C.W. Approx .42CTS.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A pair of perfectly matched cushion shape cabochon INTENSE RED Burma Ruby earrings. The rubies weigh 6.42 carats each for a total weight of 12.84 carats.
Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco Style Diamond Ruby Marquise Stud Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
These Diamond Stud Earrings feature brilliant center diamonds framed by vivid French cut ruby accents in an elegant marquise-shaped openwork design.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.49ct Emerald Ruby & 0.42ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 92 Emerald Ruby Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings combine the vibrant beauty of emerald and ruby gemstones with the brilliance of natural diamonds.
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous pair of Ruby and Diamond earrings. 8.19 carats of certified Intense Red oval Ruby. 12.05 carats of round brilliant, marquise and pear shaped diamonds. 18k white gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of antique yellow gold, silver, emerald, ruby, diamond, and pearl earrings, each comprising two cabochon rubies, one cushion shaped emerald, twelve square shaped emeralds, twe...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ruby and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An INCREDIBLE pair of “Intense Red” matching rubies. 14.14 carats of certified Ruby 2.16 carats of white, round brilliant cut and epaulets cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Princess Cut Natural Ruby and Diamond Stud Post Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Princess Cut Natural Ruby and Diamond Stud Post Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold This luxurious pair of ruby earrings is designed in 14K Yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.94 Carat Ruby Leaf Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White & Rose Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
★PRODUCT SPECIFICATION★ • ITEM CODE - SEE-14173C • EARRING LENGTH - 45 Millimeters Approx. • EARRING WIDTH - 18 Millimeters Approx. • METAL - 18k Rose Gold • 18k Rose Gold Weight : ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.4ct Natural Oval-Cut Ruby & Baguette Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Exceptional oval natural ruby diamond stud earrings, halo diamond in 18k gold A Bold Symphony of Color and Clarity – For the Modern Heirloom Collector Elevate your elegance with t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, Pink Sapphire, Ruby and Tsavorite Earrings
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
These earrings are crafted in white gold and diamonds and adorned by the finest stones such as sapphires, rubies and tsavorites, to transport you to this enchanted floral fantasy.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Tsavo...
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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