18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Rubies Necklace
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Elegant 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Rubies Necklace Stunning Natural Ruby and Diamonds collier, beautiful design of 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
GIOVANE Multi-Strand Ruby Bead Diamond Tassel Necklace
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, ruby and diamond necklace, Giovane, Italy, circa 1990s.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond 0.25c & Ruby 0.30c Pendant
Located in Sewickley, PA
This pendant appears to be a delicate open-heart design crafted in yellow gold, accented with a row of vivid red rubies channel set along one side of the heart. The ruby and diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 1.01 CT-TW Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum ruby and diamond cross pendant featuring princess cut rubies totaling 1.01 CT-TW with round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.03 CT-TW at the center.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Gold Antiques Japanies Miniature Pearl Diamonds
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Fantastic pendant made with antiques Japanese miniature on mother of pearl fine designed with japanies landscape and natural details of lake stage, a geisha figure under the umbrell...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Diamond Ruby Riviera Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond ruby riviera necklace features a marvelously articulated 15.5” riviera of perfectly calibrated and homogeneous round diamonds suspending 9 diamonds each weighing 0.20 car...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
High Jewelry Diamond Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Details Metal: Platinum, 18K Yellow & White Gold Length: 15.75 inches Rubies: 25 cabochon rubies, approx. 42.00 carats total White Diamonds: Approx. 24.75 carats Fancy Yellow Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Stunning Cabochon Ruby Pendant in a Diamond Halo Setting
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 14K White Gold Necklace Featuring a 26.01 Carat Ruby Cabochon and 3.50 Carats of Diamonds An extraordinary display of elegance and sophistication, this striking necklace...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Oval Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and African Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and African Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace This majestic 18K yellow gold link necklace is a symphony of opulence and sophistication, featuring an elegant arrangement of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18KT White Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 18kt white gold pendant features a stunning oval-cut ruby weighing 0.70ct, surrounded by 1.00ct-tw of G-color, VS1-VS2 clarity round and baguette-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Pansy Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A charming antique pendant (circa 1890), designed as a pansy flower rendered in 14k gold and set with five old European cut diamonds in silver collet settings accented by a natural, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
18K Gold Necklace with 4.50ct Natural Rubies & 2.49ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your elegance with our stunning rubies and diamonds necklace. Each rubies is perfectly matched, creating a harmonious display of color and brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18KT/14KT White Gold Ruby And Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pendant necklace showcases an oval-cut ruby at its center, with 0.71ct of genuine gemstone, encircled by 0.25ct-tw of glimmering G-VS round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Oval Ruby Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This piece of jewellery is made of natural white diamonds in total of 0.4 Carat and oval shape natural ruby in total of 0.41 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K Gold
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
An antique looking kite shaped natural ruby, with a gold and diamond cross design workmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Unheated Burmese Briolette Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified Unheated Burmese Briolette Ruby and Diamond Necklace A vintage necklace adorned with a natural Burmese briolette ruby and round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Monkey Fancy Diamond Ruby & White Diamond 18K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "6 White Diamonds 0.04 CT 58 Fancy Diamonds 0.61 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KR 7.16 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tanzanite 1.26CT Pear Shape Diamond 0.35CT Halo Pave Set 18KT Gold Chain Pendant
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The necklace is supplied by Hasbani Diamonds London. We believe in creating your own unique look by creating your own style.
Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Citr...
Cartier Dragon Diamond & Ruby Charm in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: TMR2512160002 ■ Brand: Cartier ■ Product Name: Dragon Charm ■ Material: Diamonds, 1 Ruby, 18K White Gold ■ Weight: Approx. 5.1g ■ Size: Approx.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 34.30 Carat Carved Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Vintage Affinity Necklace Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with 34.30 Carat Carved Ruby and 1.26 Carat Rose-Cut Diamonds. This One-Of-A-Kind Necklace Features Carved Rubies and Rose-Cut D...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Diamond Pearl and Rubies Bumblebee Necklace in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond pearl and rubies bumblebee necklace beautifully handcrafted in platinum.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
$438,400Sale Price|20% Off
Graff 13.63 Carat Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Motif Medallion Necklace
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
Exceptional high jewelry necklace by Graff, featuring an elaborate butterfly motif medallion executed in white diamonds and vibrant rubies. Comes with receipt and serial number the ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The ruby is surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.26 carats, adding sparkle and contrast to the rich gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,449Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Ruby Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Ruby Necklace Diamond Beads & Natural Red Rubies are used to embellish a delicate necklace ,everything fluidly flowing among one another, their ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace A striking ruby and diamond pendant necklace beautifully crafted in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ARAYIAN Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
This ruby and diamond pendant is set in white gold with a soft, flowing shape.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Black-Onyx Gold Skull Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This pendant features a fierce skull set with 1.16 carats of diamonds and 0.13 carats of rubies used for its eyes.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Roberto Coin Textured Disc Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, Ruby Diamond Count: 7 Diamond Cut: Round brilliant Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.11 CTW Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS-1 to V...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral, Diamonds, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a big flower of coral surrounded by diamonds and rubies. In the upper part, a bow with diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18 carat white gold pendant with diamonds and ruby
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
The 18 karat white gold pendant with diamonds and ruby is a magnificent piece of jewelry that combines luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Carved Ruby Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Peridot 9 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin White Gold, Diamond, Black Diamond, and Ruby Fantasia Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Princeton, NJ
An 18 karat white gold, diamond, black diamond, and ruby Roberto Coin Fantasia pendant suspended from a Roberto Coin white gold double cable chain, the bale also set with diamonds.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,772Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamonds Necklace
Located in София, BG
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Necklace Gold color: Yellow Dimensions: 45cm in Length Total weight: 3.58 grams Set with: - Ruby Color: Red Cut: Heart Weight: 1.38 ct. - Diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,774Sale Price|20% Off
Customisable Modern Ruby White Diamond White Gold Star Spiritual Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Size 44 Diamond 1-Round 57-0,05-4/6A Diamond 8-Round 57-0,08-4/6A Diamond 11-Round 57-0,03-4/6A Ruby 28-Round-0,3 Т(5)/3C Weight 2....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$10,104Sale Price|20% Off
Alternating Ruby and Diamond Collar Necklace, 15.67ct
Located in Houston, TX
This collar necklace is made in 18K white and yellow gold. It features 50 rubies weighing 9.87 carats. As well as 50 diamonds 5.80 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,600 / item
18K Rose Gold Bear Ruby Pendant with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Bear Pendant with Diamonds & Rubies 84 Diamonds - 0.95 CT 72 Rubies - 1.18 CT 18K Rose Gold - 7.47 GM Discover the epitome of elegance with our extraordinary 18K ...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Diamonds, Rubies, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with flowers of rubies and a central diamond. Diamonds 1.60 ct Rubies 0.80 ct Total Weight 7 gr RF *CORA K.GACA For...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
La Marquise Ruby and Diamond Fish Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a quality ruby and diamond necklace from the contemporary French jewellery designer, La Marquise.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold
18k Rose Gold Diamond and Pear Cut Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with our stunning 18k Diamond and Ruby Necklace. Crafted with 4.39 grams of luxurious 18k rose gold, its 0.44 carats of diamonds and 0.85 carats of ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Queen Victoria Jubilee Ruby and Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful, Victorian diamond and ruby pendant/brooch. The pendant features an oval shaped flat piece of red agate with a gold figure of Queen Victoria on.
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Mid-Century Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant cabochon rubies, each a glowing oval or round jewel, are set in diamond-framed clusters that punctuate the piece with warmth and passion.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$1,236Sale Price|60% Off
Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold diamond and ruby heart clock pendant. The pendant features a heart clock motif which has round brilliant cut diamonds and rubies in a pave setting alternating arou...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 3.05 Carat Diamond and Ruby Dolphin Brooch Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian 3.05 carat diamond and 0.03 carat ruby, 12 carat yellow gold and silver set dolphin brooch/pendant; part of our diverse col...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Grima Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Gold Necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.71 Carat Ruby and Pearl Drop Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Bead and Round Brilliant cut Rubies weighing a total of 14.71 carats. The necklace also features 10mm Pearls and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds we...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
$225Sale Price|37% Off
New 1.14 Carat Red Ruby Cabochon & Diamond Cut Ruby Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
It is surrounded by diamond cut rubies. The pendant itself is 12.2 x 10.2 mm.
Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
14K Gold Snake Pendant Necklace with Diamonds & Rubies, England
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The snake is set with Diamonds as is the crescent moon and the circle is covered in Diamonds as well.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Indian Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx Beads Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Indian Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx Beads Necklace Approximate Dimensions: 17.8 cm (Length) 0.65 cm (Width) 3 cm x 3 cm (Pendant) Approx. 0.55 carat (Diamond) 14.1 grams ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1970s Oscar Heyman Ruby and Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with graduating Round cut Rubies weighing a total of 14.01 carats, center weighing 1.06 carats, and graduating Round Brilliant cut Diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco diamond ruby star sapphire platinum charm necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This captivating Art Deco charm necklace showcases a beautifully intricate composition of gemstones, centered around 29 single and baguette cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 c...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The refined clasp is detailed with diamond pavé and channel-set rubies for a seamless finish.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two Tone Diamond and African Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Two Tone Diamond and African Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Carved Agate Ruby and Diamond Cameo Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 20.0 grams Locket Dimensions: 33mm x 27mm (excluding bail) Bail Dimensions: 8mm x 4mm Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.45ct Total Diamond Weight: Appr...
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.49ct Diamond and Ruby Flower Pendant
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Set in 18K Yellow Gold, inset Diamonds totaling 1.49 carats provide plenty of sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Articulated Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Clown Pendant
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Articulated diamond ruby sapphire yellow gold clown pendant, circa 1990s.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.