GIA 21.19 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Eternity Rivera Cluster Necklace Deco*
Located in New York, NY
GIA 1.19ct. Natural Ruby & 20.00ct diamonds necklace. The Vintage Elegance.
2010s American Link Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA 21.19 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Eternity Rivera Cluster Necklace Deco*
Located in New York, NY
GIA 1.19ct. Natural Ruby & 20.00ct diamonds necklace. The Vintage Elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Clarissa Bronfman "Carioca" Ruby Diamond Agate Ebony Citrine Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Carioca includes Diamonds, Ruby, 14 karat gold, 925 Sterling silver, Gold plate, Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds, Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Citrine, E...
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, S...
18ct Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Necklace and Drop Earrings Set – 1.50ct Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18ct yellow gold ruby and diamond jewellery set, comprising an elegant necklace and matching drop ruby earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Labradorite Ruby Diamond Carmen Necklace Topaz Ram Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Carmen Necklace consists of: - 9 MM FACETED ROUNDEL GRADE AAA+ LABRADORITE BEADS, - HEMATITE 8 MM SMOOTH ROUND BEADS, - 8 MM ROUNDEL PEARL BEADS, - 21-24 MM FIREBALL PEARL BEADS, - 1...
Diamond, Hematite, Labradorite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, ...
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Quartz Ruby Diamond Asymmetrical Necklace & Figo Mano
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
This unique piece holds a balance and imbalance that perfects the essence of whomever is wearing it. Fit for all seasons, winter/autumn/summer/spring, it shines and brings out the be...
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold Plate...
Contemporary Baguette Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Halo Pendant in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An illusion-set diamond center creates the look of one large emerald-cut stone at the heart of this Contemporary Baguette Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Halo Pendant, crafted in cool, ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Lyre 14K Gold Pendant in Plant Motif with Raw Ruby & Diamond
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The golden branch is intricately covered with brilliant-cut diamonds, providing a sophisticated contrast to the raw rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.76ctw Burma Ruby Diamond Large Teardrop Enhancer Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Cut - Burma - Prong Set - ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** - 2.41ct (exact; certified) Numerous Natural Genuine D...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$32,364Sale Price|20% Off
25.96 Ct Marquise Ruby & Diamond Graduated Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Natural marquise ruby and diamond graduated necklace handcrafted in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace by Erica Courtney
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Make a breathtaking statement with Erica Courtney’s 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Pendant, featuring a spectacular 2.39-carat unheated oval ruby center surrounded by oval a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Ruby, Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant, 3.19 Carats
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond pendant, set with a 3.19 carats cushion shaped, faceted, mixed-cut ruby, in a four claw setting, with three, graduating, round brilliant cut diamonds grain set in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomegranate Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14ct Yellow Gold – 18" Chain
Located in London, GB
14ct yellow gold necklace features a stunning pomegranate-shaped pendant set with a rich natural ruby and sparkling natural diamonds. The striking combination of deep red ruby and br...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.58 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Heart Necklace 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Red Ruby & Diamonds Heart Necklace Sharing / Common prong, Max.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Faberge Soler Cabot 18K Gold Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Flushing, NY
The central diamond-set plaque features an oval ruby cabochon and suspends a pear-shaped blue sapphire within a diamond-set frame.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Ruby Diamond Asymmetric Necklace Emerald Buddha Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
This unique piece holds a balance and imbalance that perfects the essence of whomever is wearing it. Fit for all seasons, winter/autumn/summer/spring, it shines and brings out the be...
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold...
CARTIER Le Baiser Du Dragon Ruby Diamond Lacquer Necklace & Earrings Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier set composed of dangling earrings and pendant necklace from the iconic Le Baiser Du Dragon collection are inspired by Chinese aesthetics and Art Deco geometry ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.53 Carat Pear ''Pigeon's Blood'' Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Estate Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Pear Cut ''Pigeon's Blood'' Natural Ruby Carat Weight: 1.53 Carats Origin: Burma GIA Report Number: 7453415337 View The GIA R...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Yellow Gold & Platinum Carved Red Coral, Ruby & Diamond Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and expressive, this coral, ruby, and diamond cameo pendant offers antique charm with a bold, collectible presence.
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Rosa Necklace (17.2 ct Ruby & Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Alternating between diamonds and rubies, the Rosa necklace is full of life and color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,550Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 2.15 Ct Ruby Diamond Pendant Ruby Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Estate natural ruby and diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
Valentine's GRS Certified Heart VIVID RED NO HEAT Ruby Diamond Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The ruby is set in platinum and surrounded by a delicate halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds of D–E color, chosen for their brightness and purity, enhancing the vivid saturation of ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$208,250Sale Price|65% Off
Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy 180CT Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains over 180CTS of Beautiful Ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
3.08 Carat Rectangle Natural Ruby & Diamond Cluster Necklace, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Natural Ruby — Baguette & Round Cut — 2.07 ct — Pinkish Red Natural Diamond — Round Brilliant Cut — 1.01 ct — FG — VS-SI Total carat weight: 3.08 ct Metal: 14k solid ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace, Chow Tai Fook, Hong Kong, c. 2010
Located in Berlin, DE
Rubies are the most precious of all gemstones, next to colored diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 3.22ctw Oval Ruby & Diamond Cluster Scalloped Flower Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Natural Genuine Ruby - 1 Oval & 11 Round Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Rich Red Color - 7.5x6mm (oval) - 2.73ct (exact, stamped) (93) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 1.01ctw Alternating Channel Ruby & Diamond Circle Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Deep Red Color - 0.46ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Schmuckzicke 18kt White Gold CRIMSON RED AAA+ Ruby & Diamond Necklace Mozambique
Located in Viena, Viena
In Latin "rubens" stands for red, which is where the term ruby came from. Mineralogically, the ruby belongs to the corundums with a Mos hardness of 9 (very hard, comes directly a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Mozambique Ruby Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace 18'' Estate
Located in Addison, TX
Details Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Purity: 750 Total Weight: 2.7 Grams Chain Length: Adjustable up to 18 Inches Chain Style: Thin Box Chain Closure: Spring Ring Clasp with Sliding Ball A...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Pink Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring & Pendant Set
Located in Plantation, FL
This striking 18K white gold suite features a matching ring and pendant, each set with a domed cluster of pink sapphires and rubies surrounded by a halo of sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.03 Carat N0-Heat Ruby Diamond Drop Platinum Pendant, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 1.56 carats of pear-shape diamonds set around the ruby which drop and dangle around the gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 14k Gold Russian Locket Pendant with Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique russian locket pendant in gemotratic designes arrow north star with rubies and rose cut diamonds the pendant was made in moscow 1905/1910.c imperial russian era hall marked 5...
14k Gold
Modern Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Heart Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of the rubies : 0.20 carat approximately. Total weight of the diamonds : 0.10 carat approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.21 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified oval 2.21 carat ruby in a simple custom made platinum pendant setting with a round diamond accent.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 32 CT Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An incredible IGI certified 18K white gold ruby and diamond pendant. Centered with a lab grown red corundum ruby weighing approximately 32 CT and measuring approximately 27 × 20 × 9....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Ct. 4 Ct. Cushion Cut Mozambique Ruby Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Suspending a detachable pendant featuring a cushion-shaped ruby, framed by pear and round diamonds Ruby weighing 4 carats Platinum Accompanied by GRS report stating that the ruby is...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.50 Carat Round Cabochon Ruby Diamond Pierced Engraved Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 1 beautiful round cabochon 14k yellow gold bezel set translucent bright red ruby center stone in a handmade platinum pierced and ha...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Illusion Set Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This eye-catching 18k contemporary pendant features an impressive white gold setting, centering multi-shaped rubies formed one 8 mm. size circle, accented by 0.13 carat of round bril...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant, United States, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking blend of elegance and artistry, this large opal, ruby, and diamond pendant showcases exceptional vintage-inspired design with luminous color and intricate goldwork.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Burma Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl , Ruby and Diamonds Pendant. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and class on your look.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.70tcw 18K Sapphire Ruby & Diamond Choker - Peruvian Gold 750 Collar Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Natural sapphires and rubies are cut to precision, calibrated to perfection, and set alongside glistening diamonds that catch the light with every movement.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Floral Necklace by MOISEIKIN Patented Technology
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Net weight 13.24 gr. 34 Burmese Ruby 3.65 ct. (GFCO : AUB401/28864-2) 12 Diamond 0.65 ct. 1 Ruby 0.04 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Onyx Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond, Ruby, Onyx Necklace by Cartier. Part of the Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Collection.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold
【Crown Radiance】Imperial Drop Aurora South Sea Pearl & Ruby Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This Aurora South Sea Pearl and Ruby Pendant features a luminous 15-16mm South Sea pearl, paired with a vibrant oval ruby framed by sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Silvorra Bold Round Natural Ruby Diamond Solitaire Pendant for Anniversary Gift
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant features a striking 11 mm round natural ruby weighing an impressive 7.2 carats, radiating deep red brilliance and ti...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique French Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Convertible Snake Bracelet Necklace 1860
Located in Chicago, IL
The finely modeled head of the snake features a large baroque pearl (approximately 13 mm long) surrounded by old mine cut diamonds. The eyes are set with cabochon rubies. Marked with...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace & Bracelet in 18ct Gold, GCS Certified
Located in London, GB
The rubies display a vivid, glowing red that is complimented by the warmth of the gold and the sparkle of round brilliant-cut diamonds set between each stone, creating an infinite fl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,095Sale Price|50% Off
18k White Gold 1.66ct Purplish‑Red Ruby & Diamond Invisible Geometric Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 75.13 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
That's a lot of vibrant rubies! The pendant includes diamonds, graded as FVVS (which likely means Flawless-Very Very Slightly Included), indicating high-quality diamonds with minimal...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Breathtaking Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 0.35 Cts/1 Pcs RubYellow Gold 1.58 Cts/91 Pcs
Yellow Gold
VERDURA Milano Long Tahitian-Pearls Sautoir Necklace 18Kt Gold Rubies & Diamonds
By Verdura
Located in Miami, FL
It is accented with sixty natural vivid red rubies and eighty-four European rose cuts diamonds.
Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k...
Silvorra Genuine Ruby & Diamond Cluster Teardrop Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Set in a classic cluster formation, the vivid red rubies are beautifully accentuated by a radiant halo of 1.1 mm round diamonds weighing 0.49 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Pendant natural 1.28ctw Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Yellow Gold / 2.8gr
Located in SE
Vintage European pendant in solid 14K Yellow Gold , openwork flower ornament decorated with natural Rosy Red Rubies and Diamonds.Bail hallmarked 585 Measures 26 mm long ( with bail...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$9,360Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege Reversible Micro Pave Pendant with Carved Moonstone, Rubies, Diamonds
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Burmese carved moonstone 5 rows of micro pave - 2.76 carat TW - full cut F/VS diamonds Natural rubies 3.30 carat TW Outside approximately 22 mm diameter x 11 mm front to back 18" pl...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Platinum, Silver
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 5.17 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
The ruby's intense purplish-red color and exceptional clarity are further enhanced by the delicate diamond halo surrounding it.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 11.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
The sumptuous combination of modern round brilliant diamonds with antique rose-cut diamonds creates a unique blend of styles, perfectly complementing the timeless elegance of the cen...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dangling pendant ruby diamond emerald sapphire pendant Valentines gift 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Dangling pendant necklace made with diamond, sapphire, ruby and emerald 100% natural gemstones in 14KT yellow gold, chain is 18" solid yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Pendant GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby & Diamonds, Estate
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Yellow Gold pendant Set with GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby and Diamonds , Estate His Majesty the Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Ruby: Red Oval shape, Brilliant cut Siam Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$509,346Sale Price|20% Off
Adler Genève Set 18k Gold Necklace, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Weight bracelet: 24.5 gram / 0.865 oz / 15.7 dwt Ring Ruby: Natural Siam Ruby, vivid red, Brilliant / step cut, heart shape 1.5 ct. with GRS certificate Diamonds: baguette cut diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MAGNIFICENT 18k Yellow Gold GIA 12.5mm Pearl 42.5ctw Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
See Certification Details Below for Complete Info 48 Natural Genuine Rubies - Oval Cut - Half Bezel Set - Magnificent Vivid Clean Red Color - 25-28ctw approx.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold 1980s Marquise Ruby & Diamond Pendent with Figaro Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Meticulously set with shimmering marquise-shaped natural rubies, the pendant radiates a rich, vibrant hue, beautifully complemented by sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds that enhance i...
Diamond, Ruby, 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.