Ruby with Diamond Flower Brooch/Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 9.33 carats with Diamond 0.71 carat Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.7 cm Length: 3.8 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our st...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Engraved Coral, Diamonds, Rubies Emeralds, Sapphires, Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retro pendant in 9k rose gold and silver structure, mounted with a central finely carved elatius coral of a young lady, surrounded by a flowery frame in rose gold and silve...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Blue Sapphire with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald, ruby and blue sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a mix cut gemstones studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Granulato Style Locket Pendant with Diamond and Ruby
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. Gemstones: Ruby 0.66ct, Diamonds 0.16ct Width x Length: 15...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cushion Ruby Baguette Natural Diamond Necklace in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This geometric halo pendant necklace features a cushion-shaped central cluster of round natural diamonds framed by a seamless channel of custom-cut ruby baguettes in 14k solid gold.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Pendant Drop Cut Ruby ct. 3.57, Diamonds Setting like a Royal Blood
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Pendant Drop Cut Ruby ct. 3.57, Diamonds Setting like a Royal Blood.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.47 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The ruby's are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Pear-Cut Ruby with Brilliant Diamonds White Gold Link Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Rubies: 5.51 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tanzanite 21ctw Ruby 0.45ctw And Diamond 1.36ct Pendant 18K Yellow & White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful bold and chunky pendant showcases a big oval cut tanzanite in the center in prong setting weighing 21 carats with three round cut rubies studded in bezel setting weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Art Deco-style pendant features a brilliant diamond at the center, flanked by rubies at all four corners—left, right, top, and bottom.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Cancer Circle Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The outer circle is decorated with diamonds while a striking ruby is nestled within the inner circle.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
African Ruby Bead Necklace with 3.31 Carats Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
As a touch of pure elegance, every fourth ruby is paired with a white gold, diamond-encrusted ball, adding an extra layer of sparkle and allure to this already extraordinary piece.
Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Petite Flower Link Necklace with Round Rubies and Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold petite flower necklace with 8 round rubies weighing 0.39 carat total. The center has one round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.15 carat and is G color, VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Ruby Knotted Heart Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal And Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation: NaturalMain Stone Size: 5mmMain Stone Carat We...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby Emerald Byzantine Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Byzantine Style Cross is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and has Granulation work and a beautiful mat finish. It features a Diamond total weight of 0.07 Carats, a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 Carat Diamond/0.46 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K Gold Cushion Shape Diagonal Pendant with 4 Invisible Set Princess Cut Rubies (Total Gem Weight 0.46 Ct) surrounded by a pave set Halo of diamonds with total weight of 0.42 Ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Butterfly Diamonds Sapphires Emeralds Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The butterfly's wings are illuminated by old-cut diamonds, whose sparkling light adds a dimension of timeless elegance and refined beauty to the pendant.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pear Cut Ruby 0.30 White Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Chain Modern Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
2.60 Karat Ruby 0,20 White Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Chain Modern Necklace This drop ruby necklace is handcrafted in 18 karats white gold and embellished with 0,30 Karats shiny ...
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
17.00 Carat Oval Precious Topaz Diamond Halo Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted in luminous yellow gold, the setting provides warmth and sophistication, perfectly framing the vivid gemstones. 1 oval 17.5 x 13.5mm precious Topaz, approx. total weight 17....
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Emerald Ruby Cocktail Waiter Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
Set with carved onyx to represent the jacket, one emerald cut diamond and 13 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of 0.25 carats, 8 step and tapered step cut em...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby and Diamond Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
It features a center emerald cut Emerald total weight of 0,55 Carat, a Diamond total weight of 0,05 Carat, and Rubies total weight of 0,87 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.27 Carat Oval Ruby and RBC Diamond Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and Finely detailed Oval Ruby and Diamond Gold Scalloped Vintage Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,265Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 12k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.7 grams. Totally is diamond 2.70 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. The chain is 14k go...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Transformable Drayson London Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Wings Pendant Brooch
By Drayson
Located in New York, NY
This fine transformable Art Deco wings platinum, diamond and ruby double clip brooch/pendant is a superb example by the maker.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sapphires, Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.61 carats, Yellow Sapphire 2.25 carats, Purple Sapphire 1.19 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.79 carats, Ruby 0.49 carat, Tsavorite 1.03 carats and Diamond 4.19 carats Necklac...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Necklace in 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 0.14 ct, F VS(natural diamond) ,the settin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Heart Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The contrast between the sparkling diamond and rich rubies creates a stunning, romantic look.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sacchi Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s Klimt Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
Pearl, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Tassel Pendant With Pave Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:0.82g, Diamond:1.7ct, Silver:1.52gm, Ruby:86ct Size: 87X13MM"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Pendant in 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 10.60 ct, Diamond 0.14 ct F VS ,the setting made in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
pendant with fancy colored diamonds rubies emeralds sapphires crafted in 14k
Located in Berlin, BE
A harmonious arrangement of gemstones—emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds, alongside rare fancy-colored diamonds—are expertly set to form a delicate floral composition.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$120Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Sterling Silver Ruby and Diamond Heart Love Pendant Gift for Valentine
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Heart Love Pendant Gift for Valentine in sterling silver studded with oval cut ruby and round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
0.72 Carat round shape Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A simple and classic necklace showcasing 5 round-shaped rubies weighing 0.72 carats and 62 round diamonds weighing 0.63 carats, made in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,205Sale Price / item|20% Off
Certified 27.47Ct Natural Ruby & 5.56Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone weight - 27.47 cts Gemstone pcs - 48 Gemstone shape - Octagon Gemstone size - 4 X 5.5 Diamond Weight ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver and 24k Gold Celles Pendant with Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamonds
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Silver 925 15 g 24 Karat Gold 24K 4 g 1.15 ct Sapphire 0.55 ct Ruby 0.45 ct Emerald ...
Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Silver, 24k Gold
Totem Interchangeable Pendant in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: motif L18x10mm, chain 450mm Weight: approximately 6.5g (inc. chain) Barcode: NEX3014R Totem interchangeable pendant in 18 karat yellow gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Drop Station Necklace with Diamond Accents Layering Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling diamonds weighing 0.34 carats, with an average size of 1.5 mm, are placed in between the rubies, adding a soft shimmer.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Sterling Silver Horse Unisex Silver Pendant with Ruby and Diamond Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Horse Pendant with Ruby and Diamond in sterling silver studded with round cut ruby and round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Necklace / Pendant Turtle with Shell Layer, Diamonds & Ruby Eyes with Chain
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Necklace / Pendant Turtle with Shell Layer, Diamonds and Ruby eyes White Shell 27 Diamonds - 0.23 CT 2 Round Rubies - 0.02 CT 7 Shell Layer - 1.13 CT 18 K Rose Gold - 5.55 GM
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pearl Choker Necklace Crescent Moon Celestial Ruby White Diamond 14k Gold Plate
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: 14k gold plated silver with white pearls Gemstone: Natural ruby and natural white diamonds Color: Gold and white pearl with a red ruby and white diamonds Design: Cresce...
Ruby, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
Carved Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 Karat gold, this beautiful necklace is handmade in 38.58 carats of carved emerald, ruby, sapphire and 1.51 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Certified 31.96 Carat Oval Cut BURMA Rubies and Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The necklace contains 29 rubies with a total weight of 31.96 carats, complemented by 342 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 19.46 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage statement large blue topaz ruby brilliant cut diamonds silver Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous pendant is made up of oxidized silver with natural blue topaz and natural rubies. The look of the pendant is enhanced with the real brilliant cut diamonds that are care...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Gold Taper Baguette Ruby Art Deco Pyramid Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Elevate your style with our 14k gold ruby art deco pyramid diamond pendant necklace, a true embodiment of opulence and art deco elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Rosior one-off Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby "Parfum Bottle" Pendant Necklace
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas 19,2k White Gold “Parfum Bottle” Pendant Necklace. It is set with Diamonds and Pink Sapphires from one side and just Pink Sapphires from the other. Total of: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold,...
73.26 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond necklace showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Labradorite Ruby Pearl Diamond "Carmen" Necklace & Ebony Lips
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. -14k solid gold ruby heart lips face charm Bottom pendant consists of: - sterling silver, - rainbow moonstone, - pave diamond, - ruby Please Note: Some of our jewelry photos, i...
Diamond, Labradorite, Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k...
Emerald Ruby Cts 55.84 and Black Diamond Cts 12.58 Beaded Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sourced from Myanmar, the emeralds and rubies offer a rich, timeless beauty, while the black diamonds add a touch of modern sophistication.
Black Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Coral, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a carved coral representing a lady motif in the central part surrounded by diamonds, rubies, emeralds and s...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
20.5 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
20.5 Carat Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K Gold studded with leaf cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian .60 Ct Natural Ruby .80 Ct Diamond 18 Kt/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Circle This gorgeous eternity pendant is Victorian period, 1880 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT with silver portions Circle stands for eternity or eternal love, Ruby symbolises p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Engraved Coral, Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds, Ruby, Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful pendant in 9k rose gold and silver structure, consisting of a finely carved elatius coral with woman motif, surrounded by a flowery frame in rose gold and silver studded wi...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive cultured pearl, 1.66Ct diamond, 8.20Ct sapphire, 7.38 Ct emerald, 7.25Ct ruby and 14k gold necklace; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
$49,520Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Heated Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Necklace feature 56.60 total carats of Ruby & 2.19 carats of Diamond. The Necklace is an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bar Necklace.
Located in San Francisco, CA
I LOVE this Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace! Perfect on it's own, or stacked with other pieces, it really brings some antique drama to any outfit.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,306Sale Price|20% Off
Red Coral White Diamond Ruby Emerald Aquamarine Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has 0.40 Carats of Rubies. This Pendant has 1.20 Carats of Emeralds.
Aquamarine, Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yello...
Victorian 14K Gold Sapphire Diamond and Ruby Perfume Flask Screw Top Pendant
Located in Hicksville, NY
Victorian 14K Gold Sapphire Diamond and Ruby Perfume Flask Screw Top Pendant - VHK#991 Item Details: Year: 1880s Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.1 gra...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k 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.