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
Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Earrings and Pendant Set
Located in London, GB
The gorgeous pendant is inlaid with 15 tapered baguette cut vibrant rubies weighing approximately 1.50ct combined and accented by fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds that beau...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Yacht Sailboat Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ruby Peridot Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as a peridot sailboat with ruby and diamond sails on a sapphire set sea. The charm is set with four round brilliant cut diamonds, four buf...
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
1.22 Carat Octagon-Cut Burma No Heat Ruby and White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful pendant necklace, it features a 1.22 carat emerald-cut unheated Burmese ruby in the centre surrounded by a halo of white round-brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.12 carat.
White Diamond, Ruby
14K White Gold Red Ruby and 1/3 Cttw Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this stunning ruby is a halo of sparkling natural diamonds, each meticulously pave-set to reflect the light beautifully.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Carved Jade Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Octagon shape this Carved Jade Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby around is a unique piece. This piece has a chain with diamond ruby motif with lobster clasp as closure. 18KT:0.32G DIA...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
GRS Certified 2.03 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A 2.03 carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant in Platinum. Diamond Weight: 0.45 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
24k Pendant for Women with a Sugarloaf-Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.60 carats) and Diamonds (0.16 carats) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where e...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Estate Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
ESTATE Necklace Featuring in the Center a Pear Cut Mozambique Natural Ruby Weighing 2.30 carats, Not Treated. The ruby is set in a beautiful vintage-inspired scroll setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Bird of Paradise Brooch / Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt yellow gold Bird Of Paradise brooch / pendant set with ruby and diamonds. At the back of the jewel a hinge is attached to be used as a pendant when wanted.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Ruby White and Rose Gold Parrot Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Parrot pendant in 14kt white and rose gold with a ruby eye. The white gold parts are covered in diamonds. diamonds 0.52 ct ruby 0.12 ct tot weight 10.2gr RF +HUHA RK.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$35,000Sale Price|21% Off
IGI Certified 29.15ct Natural Burma Rubies 9.83ct Natural Diamonds Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Enhancing this ruby splendour are 1,254 brilliant natural white diamonds, each hand-selected for exceptional fire and clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ebony 14k Gold Diamond Malachite Ruby Butterfly Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- 1.75" length x width - black hand carved Indonesian ebony wood pallet - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plated frame with rim on face of pendant - gold diamond otto lock - malachite...
Diamond, Malachite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
$8,400Sale Price|30% Off
JR 18 Karat White Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Emerald Necklace
By JR Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 18 karat White Gold Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Ruby Necklace Why wear only one type of diamond when you can wear three kinds of exclusive jewels.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Ruby and Round Brilliant Diamond Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.8 Grams Chain Length: 18" Gemstone: Red Ruby Gemstone Shape: marquise Gemstone Carat Weight: 0.50 carats Diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,642Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is rose cut diamond 0.35 ct. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.42 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs1 clarity. Totally lenght is chain 51 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
45.00ct Diamond 31.00ct AGL Burma Ruby Gold Necklace Earrings and Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
The diamonds are accentuated by lovely AGL certified cushion cut rubies that weigh approximately 31.00ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon & Diamond Necklace 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Tsavorite, White Zircon & Diamond Necklace 18K Gold & Silver 950 – Multi Natural Gemstone Drop Necklace A striking statement piece from the B...
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,852Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 3.4 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.20 ct. The diamond has vs-s1-s2 clarity and G-H color.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,435Sale Price|20% Off
Halo Diamond Ruby Dangling Wedding Pendant Studded in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pear Ruby with Halo Diamond Wedding Pendant in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Apple Pendant in Silver with Diamonds and an 18 Karat Gold Diamond Chain
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
“Still Life Pendant: Ruby Apples and Diamonds on Rock Crystal“ 0.58 carats of diamonds, 99.33 carats of Rubies, 92.32 carats of Rock Crystal set in Silver.
Diamond, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
7.30Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.30Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.10 Carats Red Ruby Measures: 12 x 10 mm (1 oval) Red Ruby Measures: 1.8 - 2....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Contemporary Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Encrusted in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary natural ruby and diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has a round cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Halo Diamond Ruby Dangling Wedding Pendant Studded in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Pear Ruby with Halo Diamond Wedding Pendant in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Ruby & Fancy Diamond Floral Rose Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "2 Brown Diamonds 0.23 CT 2 Fancy Diamonds 0.11 CT 85 Pink Sapphire 1.95 CT 30 Ruby 0.59 CT 18KR 9.72 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & P...
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,425Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau White Diamond Emerald Ruby Tsavorite Yellow Gold "Elephant" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has 3.10 Carats of Rubies. This Pendant has 0.30 Carats of Tsavorite.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Masriera 18KT Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch/ Pendant 2.94Ct Diamond 1.69Ct Ruby
By Luis Masriera
Located in New York, NY
This brooch has 2 loops in the back and can also be worn as a pendant. Total diamond weight =2.94 carats Total ruby weight = 1.69 carats Signed Masriera Serial # C-5377-C
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Ruby, White Diamond, and 18 Karat White Gold Halo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Made of 18 karat white gold, this pendant showcases a 0.50 carat, oval cut luminous red ruby at the center. The colorful center stone is brought to life by 0.20 carats of round cut w...
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
30 Carat Oval Cut Ruby & Mixed Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace in Platinum
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Ruby and Diamond tennis necklace, set in platinum 900.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
29.16 Carat Ruby, 5.54 Carat Diamond 21k Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, vintage 29.16 carat ruby, 5.54 carat diamond, 21 karat yellow gold and 21 karat white gold set necklace and bracelet jewelry set; part of our dive...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,184Sale Price / item|20% Off
Whimsical Ruby Strawberry Pendant 2.55ct in 14K Yellow Gold with Pave Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 2.55 cts Gemstone shape - Round Gemstone Size - 2.6 mm Diamond Weight - 0.2 cts Diamond Size...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pendant Double Layer Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby Pendant with Diamonds around studded in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,399Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Marquise Cut Ruby Yellow Gold "Cross" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has a 0.04 Carats White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has 1.60 Carats of Marquise Cut Rubies.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Studded Cross Pendant in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant in 18K Gold studded with round cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Contemporary Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Parrot 18K Gold Convertible Brooch Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Interlocking this polychromatic mystery-set body are sweeping bands and architectural accents blanketed in a pristine pavé of icy, round brilliant-cut Diamonds. The brilliant-cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Diamond Ruby Necklace 14K Gold This necklace centers a 1.27 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 1.4 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,752Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Turquoise & Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set 18K Gol
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Turquoise & Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Ruby & Turquoise - Approx 100 Carats Natura...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,062Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Sapphire Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Totally ruby 0.60 ct. Please contact for any questions.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 Karat Gold Cable Necklace with Ruby and Diamond Soldered Pendant 0.10 TDW
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt White Gold Cable Necklace W/ Ruby And Diamond Soldered Pendant 0.10 TDW 18 Inch 3.09 grams total weight
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$2,052Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Black White Diamond Ruby Rose Gold Swallow Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Necklace has 0.25 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 0.40 Carats of Black Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
African Ruby Pendant Yellow Sapphire Love Birds Diamond Accents Gold Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Details: Metal: 14K gold using international alloys Gross wt: 9.09 g Cs: Natural African Ruby, Yellow Sapphire & Diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.00 Cttw Diamond & 1.22 Cttw Ruby Curved Bar Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Diamonds = 1.00 Cttw while rubies = 1.22 Cttw- this will be substantial on your neck.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jade, Ruby and Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jade 3.60 carats, Ruby 0.58 carat and Diamond 0.10 carat Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 3.4 cm Total Weight: 2.42 grams "We firs...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Kt Gold Necklace & Pendant With 30 ct. Black & White Diamonds & Rubies
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18 Kt Gold Necklace & Pendant With 30 ct. Black & White Diamonds & Rubies Necklace can be worn according to wanted length double or as one very long necklace.
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Gold
IGI Certified 1.01 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.01 Carat Diamond Ruby Necklace 14K Gold This necklace centers a 0.88 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 1.01 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Emerald Diamond Tennis Necklace Medallion by Juliette Wooten Yellow Gold
By JULIETTE & CO
Located in Sanford, FL
This necklace is handcrafted in 14K yellow gold and skillfully handset with natural rubies, natural untreated emeralds and diamonds. Our LA MAGIE celebrity style collection is not ju...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cuckoo Clock Platinum Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as a diamond and emerald cuckoo clock with sapphire, ruby and emerald weights and pendulum.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire & Ruby Platinum 4.2 Gm Pin / Broach VS Quality
Located in New York, NY
**Estate Art Deco Diamond Platinum Pin/Broach - VS Quality** This exquisite piece is a stunning example of Estate Art Deco design, featuring an impressive Design with one solitair...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Certified 20.62 Carat Pear Shape Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A unique and magnificent piece that showcases the two magnificent sides of diamonds with ruby on one side. On one side, features 19 natural unheated pear shape rubies weighing 20.62 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.18 Carat Diamond & Ruby Evil Eye Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
Crafted of 14K Gold this pendant features 0.18 carats of natural white Diamonds and 0.28 carats of Rubies. Comes on an 16"-18" Chain. -14K Yellow Gold -Ruby 0.28 carats -Diamonds 0....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Heart and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Surrounding the ruby center is a shimmering frame of brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.07 carats, carefully set to create a sparkling halo that enhances the vibrant red gemstones.
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Company 18K Two Tone Gold Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Tiffany & Co. key pendant from the Tiffany Keys collection, features a diamond-pavé key shape with a scrolled bow, and a colorful central butterfly motif accented with rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
7.78 Carat Emerald Diamond Ruby Rose Gold Art Deco Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Retro 1940's Emerald diamond and ruby pendant. Green natural emerald slice in 14k rose gold, with 3 single cut diamonds and 3 square cut rubies in a rose gold hinged bail. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$10,000
Ruby Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Bead Necklace A strand neck with 39 ruby beads spaced by 22 diamond spacers and a marquise shaped clasp set with round-cut diamonds Approximate Ruby Weight: 393.26 carats App...
Ruby, Platinum
Unique Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Diamond and Ruby Chocker Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Diamond and Ruby Chocker Necklace An exceptional vintage chocker necklace crafted in 14K yellow gold, showcasing a bold yet refined de...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 9K/ 14K Yellow Gold Snake Necklace with Rubies and Diamond.
Located in San Francisco, CA
There are 2 Round Natural Ruby eyes, totaling approximately 0.02ct, of fine quality, and One Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center of the head, approximately 0.02ct, of G/VS2 quality.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.53 Carat Ruby 0.48 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive impressive vintage 2.53 carat ruby and 0.48cttw diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 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.