Sceptres The Universal Original, diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds
By ASTROM
Located in PARIS, FR
Wearable by both men and women, this High Jewellery piece features a sceptre surmounted by a crown adorned with diamonds, intense sapphires, rubies and emeralds. The crown highlighte...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,422Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Handcraft Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rubies Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handmade by our artisans. 14 karat yellow gold and silver 800 thousandths pendant necklace with set rose cut diamonds,brillant cut diamonds,rubies and pearl Necklace total weight 8....
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$30,000
Ruby Bead Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Bead Pendant Necklace A six strand ruby bead necklace suspending a ruby, pearl, and diamond pendant Measurements: 18" long Gram Weight: 56.3 grams Metal Type: 18 karat yel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,281Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 6.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1.50 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$6,408Sale Price|20% Off
Onyx Diamond and Ruby 18 Karat Platinum Butterfly Necklace
Located in London, GB
An onyx, diamond and ruby 18 karat white gold butterfly necklace This fun necklace features two intricately crafted wings grain set in white gold with old cut diamonds of 1.50cts ap...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian, Platinum, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Giardinetto Pendant, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A beautiful platinum and multi-gem set giardinetto pendant c.1910, the pendant designed as a long tapering openwork basket with rope twist handle finely crafted in platinum and set t...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Ruby Chastity Belt Knickers Pendant or Charm
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1920’s or 1930’s, the little bloomers are pave set with single cut diamonds, and have a milgrain border and row of caliber cut triangular rubies along the bottom.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
9.31 Carat Natural Unheated Rubies and Diamonds Tennis Necklace Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful necklace made in Platinum featuring 9.31 Carats Natural, Unheated Rubies and 4.53 Carats Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of Ge...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
7.48 Carat Natural Unheated Rubies and Diamonds Tennis Necklace Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful necklace made in Platinum featuring 7.48 Carats Natural, Unheated Rubies and 4.57 Carats Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of Ge...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified 58.54 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The necklace contains 20 rubies with a total weight of 58.54 carats, complemented by 292 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 30.07 carats and 72 marquise/pear-shaped diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Rubies and Diamonds Necklace Mounted in 18k Gold and Silver
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Rubies and Diamonds Necklace Mounted in 18k Gold and Silver from the Cls Lariats Collection CHARACTERISTICS: ◘ Total weight 20,89 gr ( Silver 19,07 Gold 1,82) ◘ 58 Diamond 1,40 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Platinum GIA 2.61ctw Vivid Red Heart Ruby w/ Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Heart Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - Heated - 1.99ct (exact, stamped) *See Certification Details Below* (15) Natural Genuine D...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.30 Carat Heart Ruby and Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Nothing says "I Love You" like this Beautiful Heart and Diamond Necklace! Centering a 1.30 Carat Heart shape Ruby, surrounded by round Diamonds, approx. 0.14tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.63 carat with Diamond 0.09 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 43.5 cm Total Weight: 4.22 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was th...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.50 carats with Diamond 0.04 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 45.0 cm Total Weight: 3.99 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.15 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 44.5 cm Total Weight: 8.98 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.15 carats with Diamond 0.06 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 44.0 cm Total Weight: 4.83 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.89 carat with Diamond 0.68 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.3 cm Total Weight: 5.77 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.19 carats with Diamond 1.02 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.6 cm Total Weight: 6.48 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.30 carats with Diamond 0.13 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.7 cm Length: 3.0 cm Total Weight: 5.01 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 42.20 carats with Diamond 10.0 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 43.4 cm Total Weight: 137.31 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 12.57 carats with Diamond 5.83 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 40.5 cm Total Weight: 52.81 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.15 carats with Diamond 0.20 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.9 cm Length: 2.6 cm Total Weight: 5.04 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Flower Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ruby and Diamond Flower Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.5 Grams Chain Length: 20" Diamond Count: 40 brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Black Diamond Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 39.62 carats with Black Diamond 10.10 carats Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 41.0 cm Total Weight: 50.04 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.21 carats with Diamond 0.02 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 44.0 cm Total Weight: 6.47 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect Brooch Pendant 18 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Ruby Pearl Diamond Insect brooch is large and wearable as a pendant or brooch.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Perfume Bottle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Perfume Bottle Marked: Van Cleef & Arpels NY 9407 18K Approximate Dimensions: 6 cm (Hight) 1 cm (Diameter) 20.8 grams i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Classic Ruby Butterfly Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 18K Necklace Yellow Same Model with Saphires Avaliable Diamond 3-0,05 ct Ruby 50-0,62 ct Weight 3,64 grams Size 45 cm It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Starfish White Diamond Ruby Australian Pearl 18Kt Gold Pendant / Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Starfish White Diamond Ruby Australian Pearl 18Kt Gold Pendant/Necklace Made in Italy This pendant is a starfish covered by many white diamonds, thirteen rubies cabochon cut and an A...
White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
38.59 Carat Pear shape Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The necklace showcases 15 Burmese red rubies totaling 38.59 carats, complemented by 225 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing a total of 17.80 carats, along with 86 marquise and pear...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant in 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant in 18k White Gold Necklace A refined vintage pendant necklace crafted in 18k white gold, featuring a striking arrangement of princess-cut natu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT White Gold 1.31 CT-TW Ruby and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18KT white gold ruby and diamond circle pendant featuring marquise cut rubies totaling 1.31 CT-TW arranged in an open halo design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.17 carats with Diamond 0.82 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 5.36 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamonds Rubies Bee Pendant Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18 K Rose Gold Tourmaline Diamonds Rubies Bee Pendant Necklace 4 Black Diamonds 0.02 CT 32 Fancy Diamonds 0.36 CT 4 Onyx 0.05 CT 2 Rubies 0.03 CT 1 Tourmaline 0.81 CT 4 White Pearls...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Nini Collection 18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 17.1 grams Stone: 1.07tcw Rubies, .71tcw Diamonds Stone Grade: E-F VS-VVS Measurements: 36.2 x 20.4 x 3.4mm Chain Length: 18 inches Hallmark: NINI 18K BR-1491-011525-07
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds, Sapphires and Rubies
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds, Sapphires, and Rubies is a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exudes luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Marianne Ostier AGL Burma Red Ruby and Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Marianne Ostier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Marianne Ostier white pearl necklace with AGL certified unheated Burmese ruby rounds and good quality white diamond rounds.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Necklace in Platinum & 18K Featuring 1.90 Ct Heart Diamond, Yellow Pear & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Directly beneath, a rich, bezel-set round 0.15-carat ruby adds an intense splash of crimson color. Terminating the drop is a magnificent, perfectly proportioned heart-shape diamond w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$9,040Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Ruby Nugget Shape Pave Diamond Beads Necklace
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Silver:41.83G, Diamond:16.45CT, Sapphire:46.68CT, Ruby:13.02CT
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Silver
Ruby 65 Carats and Pave Diamond Centerpiece Accent Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Ruby, pave diamond accent beads, two strand necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$2,775Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Victorian Style Floral Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Softly swaying ruby “peaches” add a playful, romantic movement with every step.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Royal Diamond & Ruby Necklace 27 Carats Total Weight 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent royal diamond and ruby necklace is finely crafted in 18k white gold and showcases an extraordinary display of brilliance, color, and craftsmanship.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Petite Modern Gold Heart Pendant with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely, petite, heart pendant is deftly set with eight brilliant cut diamonds and with eight natural rubies. Total approximate diamond weight is .35ct and total approximate ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
18k Gold Choker by Nikabell with Rubies, Tanzanites, and Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent choker/bracelet come in 18k gold with a 3 pieces of Natural Rubies, fine vibrant color, in perfect oval/cabochon cut , of 40,00 carats; 2 pieces of Natural Zambian Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 40.00 Ct Burma Ruby Zambian Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning pendant come in 18k gold with a Natural Burma Ruby of 4,00 carat, Natural Zambian Emerald of 13,00 carat, and a Natural Tanzanite of 23,00 carat, fine quality and grade, ama...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite
AIG Certified 40.00 Ct Burma Ruby Zambian Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning pendant come in 18k gold with a Natural Burma Ruby of 4,00 carat, Natural Zambian Emerald of 13,00 carat, and a Natural Tanzanite of 23,00 carat, fine quality and grade, ama...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite
65 Carats Ruby and Pave Diamond Centerpiece Accent Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Ruby, pave diamond accent beads, two strand necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Pearl Ruby and Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 7.3 grams Pendant Dimensions: 43mm x 24mm x 3mm Pearl Dimensions: 1 (6mm x 2.5mm), 1 (5mm x 2mm) Ruby Dimensions: 25 (2mm) Rose Cut Diamond Dimens...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch, circa 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Meticulously crafted in 18K yellow gold, the piece features an elegant leaf motif design adorned with lush, vivid rubies totaling 3 carats. The rubies' rich red hue is beautifully co...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
5.4cts Madagascar Ruby Pendant with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This 5.4ct Madagascar ruby dripping in diamond sparkle and set in solid 14K gold?
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Turquoise Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The combination of gemstones creates a captivating chromatic interplay between the vivid blue of the turquoise, the deep red of the rubies, and the luminous sparkle of the diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Emeralds Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handmade by our artisans assembled with ruby drop,emeralds and diamonds Pendant total weight 4.50 grams Diamonds weight 0.57 karat Ruby weight 2.31 karat Emeralds weight 0.54 karat ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Signed Enchant Scroll Cuff Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set in luxurious precious metal and brought to life with a vibrant combination of rubies and round brilliant diamonds, the necklace offers a stunning play of light and rich color.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified Burma Unheated Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
1.01Ct Burma Unheated Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18k solid gold *Note: The gemstone has a surface-reaching inclusion that is not visible to the naked eye.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.