Necklace White Gold White & Black Diamonds Ruby Sapphires Pearls Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Red Ruby & Fancy Diamond Halo 18K Rose Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "56 Fancy Diamonds 0.46 CT 11 MXRU 3.43 CT 18KR 10.10 GM (WDTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Col...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
24k Gold Pendant for Women with Baguette-Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (2.11 Carats) and Diamonds (0.18 Carats) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where em...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Victorian 2.50 Carat Ruby 4.70 Carat Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.50 carat ruby and 4.70 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set necklace; part of our diverse ruby jewelry and estate je...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
17.3 Carat Ruby and Diamond 18K White Gold Retro Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
The necklace features a total of 17.30 carats of baguette-cut rubies, complementing the rubies are 0.44 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace in 18 Carat 18 KT Gold Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Drop necklace in 18k white and yellow gold, rubies and diamonds. It is composed of 45 daisy motifs each adorned with a central ruby surrounded by diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Enamel Gold Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold pendant, made in Russia, circa 1900s. Set with one diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, enamel back and a drop pearl.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Enamel
Sophia D. 8.32 Carat Ruby and Diamond Necklace set in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Sophia D's elegantly designed necklace that features an 8.32 carats of rubies and 16.98 carats of diamonds. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known worldwide for 35 years an...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
PraderaJewels 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Fly Pendant, Diamonds, Sapphire & Ruby
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
* 18K yellow gold pendant with a total weight of 0.48gr * silver weight of 5.92 grams * diamonds with a total weight of 1.11 carats * sapphire with a total weight of 9.41 carats,...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
14 Karat White Gold 0.09 Carat Diamonds 2.90 Carat Invisible Set Ruby Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:14 mm * 18 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:Diamonds 0.09 CT G VS2 - 2.90 Ct Natural Ruby Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 5....
Diamond, Ruby
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
0.68 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.10 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat Gold Round Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:9.5 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:0.68 Natural Ruby and 0.10 CT G VS2 Diamonds Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 3.1 Grams ...
Diamond, Ruby
6.20ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.20Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant Oval Cut Ruby Weight is: Approx. 5.40 Carats Ruby Measures: 13 x 11 mm Ruby Treatment: Fracture Filling Total Na...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,730Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion Garnet Ruby Emerald Citrine Topaz Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pendant Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-Round 57-0,34-4/7A Emerald 9-Roundг-0,58 3/(5)З Ruby 3-Round-0,04 Т(5)/2C Citrine 1-Round-0,04 3/1A Garnet 2-1,61 1/...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Citrine, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Grape-Style 7.45 Carat 6 Oval Ruby Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Grape-Style Ruby Pendant with Diamonds in Platinum and 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
7.20Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.20Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant Natural Oval Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 6.40 Carats Red Ruby Measures: 13 x 11 mm Ruby Treatment: Fracture Fillin...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Love Disc Necklace MOP Ruby 18”
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This beautiful Love disc necklace is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a luminous mother of pearl center accented with natural diamonds and rubies. The disc is set with 0.37 ca...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,500Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald Ruby Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace Earring and Bracelet Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The large cabochon emerald (1" approximate diameter) is surrounded by cabochon rubies and diamonds set in diamond shaped gold pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Sacchi Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Unique Ruby and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s "Maya" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Pendant with Opal, Diamonds, and Rubies
Located in Berlin, BE
Adorned with delicate diamonds and rubies, this piece is a fascinating and captivating example of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.50 carat with Diamond 0.70 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 4.8 cm Total Weight: 4.56 grams "We first opened do...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 9.23 carats with Diamond 2.77 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 49.0cm Total Weight: 19.96 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,879
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
Engraved Face Coral, Diamonds, Rubies, Gold/Silver, Retrò Pendant/Brooch
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retro pendant/brooch realized with a central elatius coral finely carved , framed by a flowery structure in 9k rose gold and silver studded with little diamonds and rubies....
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18K White/Yellow Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.86 carats with Diamond 0.18 carat Pendant set in 18K White/Yellow Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 0.9 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 3.85 grams "We first opened ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Ruby Necklace Two Tone Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby necklace features 3 perfectly nestling rows of drop shape rubies interspersed with round diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Chopard Happy Clown Pendant With Diamond's, Ruby's, Emerald, And Blue Sapphire's
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
The clown's midsection features a transparent crystal case enclosing five stones that dance with every movement (2 diamonds, 1 Emerald, 1 Sapphire, and 1 Ruby). Sapphire eyes and a r...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 8.90ct Ruby & 1.24ct Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Style it with a simple V-neck neckline and diamond stud earrings, allowing the vivid rubies and delicate diamond accents to take center stage.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Chain w/ Opal Ruby Swan Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
The swan shows lovely detail and is neatly set with a cabochon cut opal and ruby, along with approximately 0.18 carats of fine diamonds neatly set throughout the feathers.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage TIFFANY & CO Opal, Ruby and OEC Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montreal, QC
Surrounded by 1.75tcw Rubies and 1.20tcw Old European Cut Diamonds. Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold mounting.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.46 cts of Ruby and 1.03 cts of White Diamonds Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The harmonious blend of dazzling diamonds and vivid rubies creates a striking contrast, making this pendant a true statement piece.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Pendant With Diamonds and 5 Rubies
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18kt white gold pendant with a total weight of 1.71 grams, 20 diamonds with a total weight of 0.24 carats, and 10 treated corundum rubies with a total weight of 2.50 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart Dove Necklace Ruby White Diamond 14k Gold Silver J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Dove Necklace Ruby White Diamond 14k Gold Silver J DAUPHIN This handcrafted fine jewelry pendant features a sterling silver fallen dove cradling an articulated 14k solid gold ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Duck Goose Bird White Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Animal Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "17 White Diamonds 0.10 CT 1 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KY 3.49 GM (WOTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Panther Clasps
Located in New York, NY
Each clasp is set with pavé diamonds, blue sapphires, and accented with ruby eyes, capturing the fierce elegance of the feline form.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
1.55ct Natural Ruby and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.55Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant Necklace Amazing looking piece!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum Victorian Diamond, Sapphire Ruby and Pearl Pendent Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
The pendant features a vivid central ruby and a rich blue sapphire, symbolising passion and wisdom, surrounded by sparkling old-cut diamonds that shimmer with exceptional life and ch...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Amwaj 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This finely detailed, geometrical and charming necklace adds a gorgeous glow to any outfit. Diamond clarity: VS / H color Gross weight: 90.99 g Diamond weight: 21.6 ct Ruby weight: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Carat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant Invisible Setting
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pendant is very nice style you can use in many occasion in day time and evening time for party. Ruby use 10.15 ct, Heart shape Diamond 0.15 ct G VS ,the setting made in 18k Rose...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pradera Jewels 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Pendant with Diamonds & Rubies
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18K yellow gold pendant weighing 0.68 grams, silver weighing 4.57 grams, 119 diamonds with a total weight of 1.41 carats, and 3 treated corundum rubies.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Roberto Coin Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow White Gold Drum Pendant Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The pendant features round-cut white diamonds totaling 1.45 carats, paired with a subtle touch of red from round-cut rubies weighing 0.05 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Swan 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Ruby Onyx Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handmade by our artisans assembled with rock crystal,onyx, ruby and diamonds. Diamonds weight 2.92 karat Ruby weight 1.30 karat Necklace Pendant total weight 22.40 grams Necklace s...
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,993Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 9.1 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs1-vs1 clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Rubellite 7.99ct. Necklace in 18KYG with Ruby and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rubellite Necklace in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby and White Diamond. Rubelite: 7.994 carat, 16.30X11.90mm size, oval shape.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.16 Carat Oval-Cut Intense Red Ruby and White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful pendant necklace, it features a 1.16 carat oval-cut natural intense red ruby in the centre surrounded by a halo of white round-brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.13 carat.
White Diamond, Ruby
Fancy 18 Karat White Gold 0.60 Carat Diamonds and 1.20 Carat Ruby Pendant Charm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Pendant Height: 29 mm Weight: 22 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18KStone Type:SI1-VS G-H 0.60 CT Diamond and 1.20 Ruby Hallmarks: 750 Total Weight: 4.1 Grams Condition: New...
Diamond, Ruby
Diamond Ruby Black Pearl Lariat Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The lariat chain is interleaved with sections of calibrated faceted rubies of fiery color (6.30 carats) and further decorated with diamonds (0.50 carats).
Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 K white Gold Ruby Bead South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
The ruby beads alternate with 18 K white Gold round brilliant-cut diamond rondelles with a total weight of 0.50 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG certified 2.20 Ct Diamonds 1.45 Ct Burma Rubies 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent pendant come in 18k gold with a Natural Burma Ruby , of 1,45 carats, spectacular vivid red , extra fine quality and grade , and 8 pieces of Natural Diamonds ,in special c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Enhancers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This exquisite pearl necklace features lustrous white pearls interspersed with small ruby gemstones, culminating in a striking central pendant adorned with a vibrant green emerald fl...
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
18KT Gold, 4.97ct. Diamond & Oval Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Lariat Style Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Round white brilliant diamonds alternating with oval rubies, emeralds and sapphires makeup the composition of this beautiful necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
114K White G4K White Gold Diamond, Sapphire & Ruby USA American Flag Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This colorful pin is made in 14k white gold with diamond, sapphire and ruby, that come This colorful pin is made in 14k white gold with diamond, sapphire and ruby, that come together...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hammerman Brothers Vintage Diamond Ruby Floral 18 Karat Gold Brooch Pin
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Miami, FL
Adorning the center is a cluster of bright, transparent Rubies and icy white Diamonds. The 5 Rubies weigh approx. 0.40 carats while the 6 diamonds weigh appx. 0.70 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Diamond Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Sterling Silver Choker
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Snake Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Sterling Silver Choker J DAUPHIN The "Internal Selves" necklace is a premier sculptural talisman from the J DAUPHIN signature coll...
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier "Le Baiser du Dragon" 18K White Gold Diamond & Ruby Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gemstone: A single pear-cut (or round) natural Ruby is set as the dragon’s eye, providing a striking "kiss" of deep red color pear shaped Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 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.