$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
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
$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
$526,577Sale 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
Rachel Koen Ruby Diamond by the Yard Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Rubies total weight: 2.86ct. Diamond total weight: 0.95ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
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
Owl Bird Ruby Diamond Aquamarine & Garnet 18K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16.5"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "2 Aquamarine 0.98 CT 37 Fancy Diamonds 0.30 CT 3 Green Garnet 0.08 CT 35 Ruby 0.54 CT 18KR 7.78 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Coral, Ruby, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant necklace in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by a frame of diamonds and, as pendant, a coral.
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$6,750Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $13, 500 Rare Important 18KT Gold Ruby Diamond White Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Necklace is comprised of Fancy Rubies interlocking with White Diamond Spacers in between.
Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k 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
$3,150Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Ruby Diamond Elegant White 18K Gold Pendantfor Her for Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 18K Gold Pendant *Same Model with another stones and gold available Diamond 0,8 ct Ruby 0,8 Weight 8 grams This collection was created inspired by the wonderful and controv...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Clover Cluster Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Rubies and diamonds, when combined in jewelry, create a captivating and luxurious contrast that's been celebrated and cherished across cultures and ages.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 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
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .76 Ruby Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified .76ct oval purple/ red ruby with 1 round accent diamond, set in a 14k white gold setting. 16 inch gold chain.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Multi-Gem & Sapphire Ruby Diamond Nature Floral Butterfly Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "17 Blue Sapphire 0.29 CT 3 White Diamonds 0.01 CT 20 Fancy Diamonds 0.26 CT 33 Green Garnet 0.45 CT 94 PS/RU 1.30 CT 4 White ...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Roman Malakov 0.83 Carat Pear Shape Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous pendant necklace, featuring a 0.83 carat pear shape ruby surrounded by a diamond halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, set with a floral motif.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold GIA 0.92ctw Round Ruby Diamond Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - 0.66 carats (exact) *See Certification Details Below* (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Tyler the Designer "Gilded Gods" Tourmaline, Ruby & Diamond 18K Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complementing the centerpiece, a vibrant natural ruby brings a bold pop of red, while a cascade of brilliant-cut diamonds adds a sparkling halo of light.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.55 Carat Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This Pendant is made up of 6x4 mm Oval-Cut Ruby (1Pcs) 0.55 Carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut Ruby (1 Pcs) 0.07 Carat and Round-cut White Diamond (25 Pcs) 0.09 Carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 0.56 Carat Oval Cut Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pendant necklace, featuring a 0.56 carat oval cut ruby, set on four rounded prongs. Accented by a halo of round cut diamonds, set on an open-work design and a diamond encru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Evil Eye Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Enamel Charm Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Composition Size-24X17 MM Total Weight-3.061 grams Ruby Weight-0.04 carats Diamond -.10 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$3,184Sale Price|25% Off
Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold – a mesmerizing blend of vintage charm and contemporary elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,675Sale Price|30% Off
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Pendant Brooch
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This unique gorgeous round pendant enhancer features an Emerald center and 4 oval rubies with a total weight of 1.85 Carats and 6 Brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.14 C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Certified Jade, Burma Rubies & Diamond Brooch Pendant. 1950's
Located in Hong Kong, HK
There are 4 high fluorescence Burma rubies and 5 natural diamonds set into this beautiful figurine.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
61.58 Carat Pear Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Retro Pendent Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
The aqua is accented by 9 square rubies, 6 round rubies and 5 round diamonds. Attached is a handmade 14k rose gold 19.5 inch snake chain.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
ARAYIAN Modern 2.87 Carat Ruby Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
With 4.31 grams of 18K gold, 2.87 carats of rubies, and 0.03 carats of diamonds, this pendant is a beautiful balance of sophistication and versatility.
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 11.90 Carat Emeralds Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular 1950's Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond cluster brooch pendant.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Coral Sapphires Emeralds Rubies Diamonds 9 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A perfect blend of elegance and vibrant colors, this necklace crafted in 9K gold and 800 silver is a refined piece of jewelry that enhances the brilliance of diamonds, sapphires, rub...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal Ruby Diamond Opal 18 Kt Gold Fly Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Unique Treasure A beautiful and rare Victorian period pendant 1880 ca Based on a large oval hand carved and skillful made, multifaceted on the edges, natural Rock Crystal, ...
Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
No Heat Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
"No Heat heart shape ruby weighing 2.09 cts Measuring (7.91x9.43x2.86) mm Diamonds weighing .25 cts Diamonds are H VS2-SI1 Set in 18k white gold necklace 18 inch"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 10.26 Carat Cushion Cut Pink Sapphire, Ruby, & Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Adorned with 20 round cut white diamond halo, 0.86 cttw, 4 marquise cut rubies bezel set on the chain, 1.48 cttw, and 8 marquise cut diamonds under the rubies, 0.33 cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Labradorite Ruby Diamond Carmen Bone Face & Ebony Hamsa Charms
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, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Rainbow Moonston...
Roman Malakov 18.38 Carats Total Oval Cut Ruby & Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An incredible tennis necklace, showcasing 16.89 carats total of oval cut red rubies, each evenly spaced by two round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.49 carats total with F-G color ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ruby Diamond Labradorite Carmen Necklace 3 Charm Ebony Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: - 1.65" length width - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plate rim - gold diamond otto lock that opens and closes securely allowing for multi use - bo...
Diamond, Hematite, Labradorite, Malachite, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Go...
$9,720Sale Price|20% Off
15.98ct Ruby, Diamonds, & Tahitian Pearls by the Yard 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Pretty diamonds, rubies, and pearls by the yard. 8 oval rubies, 11.31 carats. 36 round brilliant cut diamonds, 4.67 carats.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rachel Koen Round Ruby & Diamond Circular Spiral Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful pendant necklace, boasting a spiral pattern of rubies and diamonds, is expertly crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 67.20 Carat No Heat Ruby Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earrings Unheated
Located in New York, NY
The Ruby Limit. Necklace + Earrings + Bracelet 45.20ct.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
40.00 Carat Quartz Amethyst Ruby Diamond Gold Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
The 14k rose gold pendant is accented with square cut rubies and old European cut diamonds. On Peter's rose gold scale of 1 to 10 with 10 as the deepest pink this scores an 8.2 to 9...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold GIA 1.6ctw Round Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Nugget Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
*See Certification Details Below* (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Large White Brilliant Diamonds - 1.0ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov GIA Certified 38.92 Carats Burmese Ruby & Diamond Halo Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Each ruby is set in an 18K yellow gold floating design and accented with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 14.30 carats total.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10.07 Carat Natural Unheated Rubies & Diamonds Tennis Necklace Made in 18K Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful necklace made in 18K Gold featuring 10.07 Carats Natural, Unheated Rubies and 6.82 Carats Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of G...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Julius Cohen 1980s Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace with Ruby & Diamond Gold Stations
By Julius Cohen
Located in Roma, RM
Sculptural gold stations set with rubies and diamonds punctuate the design, introducing refined contrast and discreet brilliance that elevates the classic pearl composition.
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Gold
Roman Malakov 0.35 Carat Pear Shape Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace, showcasing a 0.35 carat pear shape ruby, set on a three prong setting. Embellished by a halo of 20 round cut diamonds weighing 0.11 carat total with F colo...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
29.94 Carat Ruby & Diamond Link Necklace Eye-Catching Jewelry 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
29.94 Carat Ruby & Diamond Link Necklace Eye-Catching Jewelry 18K White Gold Ruby Weight: 29.94 carats Diamond Weight: 14.31 carats This elegant 18K white gold necklace showcas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold, 15 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Ct Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single Oval Shape Natural Ruby approximately 0.50...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.77 Carat Natural Vivid-Red Rubies & Diamonds Tennis Necklace Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful necklace set in platinum featuring a total of 9.77 Carats of Rubies and 4.40 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of Gems.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$260,000Sale Price|25% Off
Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Burmese Ruby Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains over 65...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Princess Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a shield-shaped locket pendant centering a raised cameo of a princess with curling hair and crown Face is painted with opaque matte enamel - peach, pink, black, and green...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Diana M. Custom 2.50 Cts. Rubies & Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt rose gold early 19 antique pendant containing 1.50 cts of rubies and 1.00 cts of round diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Retro Era 18KT Yellow Gold Ruby, Diamond and Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive Retro era necklace crafted in 18KT yellow gold, centered around a bold arrangement of cabochon cut rubies totaling approximately 48.00 carats. The richly saturated rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$110,000Sale Price|68% Off
NWT $350, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Large Glittering Fancy 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 Magnificent Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 33.50CTS...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$193,200Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $483, 000 18KT Large 51CT Fancy Glittering Natural 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 Magnificent Fancy Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 51...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1.05ctw Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold Adjustable Cable Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Ruby - Carats - 0.90ct Cut - Round Color - Red Treatment - Treatment - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.15ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - H - J...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$11,302Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby Diamond Pendant Tennis Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 6.34 Ct Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
A 3.53 Ct natural pear-cut ruby drops from a full 2.81 Ct round brilliant diamond tennis chain — both set in 11.04 gm of solid 18k yellow gold across a 16-inch length. 6.34 Ct total ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$61,250Sale Price|65% Off
Rare Fancy 18KT Gold Estate 75CT Gorgeous Fancy Glittering Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Radiant 18KT White Gold Gorgeous Winston Style Royal Ruby and Diamond Necklace!!! Approx T.C.W for Necklace: Glitterin...
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.
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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.