David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald Elephant Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous and impressive bracelet is a re-take of David Webb#s famed Indian-inspired jewels of the 1920s. The 18k gold elephant set with beautiful diamonds and a green emerald a ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Diamond and Emerald Enameled Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This stylish unique Victorian enamel, diamond, and ruby snake bangle bracelet is crafted in 14-karat gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Italian Multi Gem Diamond Akoya Pearl 18 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This well constructed estate cuff bracelet incorporates two strands of 40 lustrous 7.5mm cultured akoya pearls.The pearls are intersected by delicate yellow gold beads and 4 genuine ...
Emerald, Oriental Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb Enamel Gem Set Gold Platinum Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s David Webb, 18K yellow Gold and Platinum Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Set with Diamonds and Cabochon Ruby, Emeralds and Sapphires each weighing approximately from 1 to 3 Carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1970's Ribbed Stackable 18k Yellow Gold Bracelets Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous set of three bangle bracelet fashioned in solid 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lacloche Frères Gemstone Gold Bangle Bracelet Set of Four
By Lacloche Freres
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Each bangle is stamped with Lacloche Freres maker's mark and the diamond bracelet with French hallmark for 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$11,900
1940s Retro Flower Motif Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Retro! circa 1940's rose gold fluted design bangle with diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds flower basket motif overlay. with internal circumference of approx. 6.5 inches. Me...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Sold|$2,457
Yellow Gold and Sapphire Bangle Bracelet
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Length: 18,8 cm, width : 6 mm. Available in rose gold. We could create this model in white gold, silver... and with the stone of your choice: diamond, ruby, emerald, citrine, gar...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,276
Rose Gold and Sapphire Bangle Bracelet
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Internal Diameter: 5.9 cm, length: 22.5 cm. Available in yellow gold. We could create this model in white gold, silver... and with the stone of your choice: diamond, ruby, emeral...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$8,500
4 Gold Gemstone Bangles
Located in Bethesda, MD
Each bracelet has 6 of the same gemstones all bezel set in 18 karat yellow gold. • Metal: 18 karat yellow gold • Circa: 1990s • Size: fits a 6 inch wrist not resizable • Gemstone: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Retro Estate 14K Yellow Gold Ram Head Bangle Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro estate 14K yellow gold ram head bangle bracelet with emeralds, diamonds & ruby eyes.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Star Set Gemstone 18ct Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
The 18ct yellow gold bangle has a rounded profile with a combination of diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds all the way around, each in a five point star setting.
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s 18KT Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone & Diamond Flex Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Era: Vintage, circa 1970s Metal: 18KT yellow gold Weight: 33.7 grams Gemstones: – Cabochon rubies, sapphires, and emeralds (approx. 0.50ct total weight) – Round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold 1.50 Ct Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Enamel Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Southampton, PA
Black enamel accents this 6.3” bangle-style bracelet, which in anchored by an 18K Yellow Gold base.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Sterling S...
Vintage 2 Carats Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold 75 Gram
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage cuff bangle bracelet showcases two carats of dazzling diamonds set in an elegant 18 karat solid yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$24,500
David Webb Colored Stone and Diamond Bangle
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Gold, Platinum, Cabochon Colored Stone an Diamond Bangle Bracelet This polished bangle asymmetrically topped by one oval cabochon ruby and 4 sapphires and emeralds, one of...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sold|$24,500
David Webb Colored Stone and Diamond Bangle
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Gold, Platinum, Cabochon Colored Stone an Diamond Bangle Bracelet This polished bangle asymmetrically topped by one oval cabochon ruby and 4 sapphires and emeralds, one of...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond and Gemstone Bangle by Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Orleans, LA
This spectacular bracelet, created by the renowned firm of Van Cleef & Arpels, is a testament to the legendary jeweler's masterful craftsmanship. The streamlined design glistens with...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$11,000
Snake Bracelet, 14k Gold Vintage Gemstones
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite snake bracelet, made of 14k gold, featuring gemstones. The bracelet is designed as a rising snake, with the head decorated by the lapis, diamond, ruby, and emerald. The ...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Bracelet is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Bracelet has 2.30 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Bracelet has a 1.20 Carats Blue Oval Cut Sapphire. This Br...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold,...
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel Ram's Head Bangle by David Webb
By David Webb
Located in Zurich, CH
Fully handcrafted. Flexible bangle type bracelet consisting of fourteen screwed yellow gold links and emblazoned with black enamel.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Elephant Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb 18k yellow gold black enamel diamond, ruby, and green emerald elephant bracelet from the Kingdom Collection is a truly exceptional piece of jewelry that exudes luxury ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Animal Kingdom Enamel Serpent Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Bethesda, MD
From David Webb's legendary Animal Kingdom Collection, his imaginary sea serpent bracelet. Crafted in enamel of a vibrant cinnabar with over a carat of diamond, rubies and emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Treasures of Egypt Multi Gemstones Antique Inspired Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rare and incredible Egyptian revival color gemstone and diamond wide bracelet. Compose of four main panels, each panel depicting ancient Egyptian symbols. The bracelet is adorned w...
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, W...
Large 1960s 18K and Gem Stone set Bracelet by Van Gogh
Located in Chicago, IL
Colorful 1960's 18K yellow gold hinged bracelet signed by Van Gogh, cast and hand worked gold wire, set with Diamonds Rubies, Emeralds and Sapphires. Medium wrist size
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Buccellati Plique-à-Jour Enamel and 18K Gold Bangle
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This Buccellati 18-karat yellow gold handmade bangle bracelet features a satin finish and plique-à-jour enamel, delicately adorned in blues, reds, and greens.
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and 3.0 Carat Diamond Snake Wrap Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A dazzling mix of 18 karat yellow gold and blue enamel forms the head, body, and tail of the snake, while 3 carats of old mine-cut diamonds replicate its scales and cabochon rubies c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Sold|$24,500
DAVID WEBB Superb Panther Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 kt ribbed gold panther bangle, set with diamonds, emeralds and a ruby "top hat". Signed DAVID WEBB.
Diamond, Emerald
Emerald Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
18k yellow gold snake bangle featuring a pear shape emerald weighing approximately 2cts accented by two round brilliant cut rubies as eyes and approximately 1.75cts of round brillian...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Treasures of Japan Multi Gemstones Antique Inspired Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rare and incredible Japanese revival color gemstones and diamond wide bracelet. Japanese style flowers vases and a musician with his Japanese traditional musical instrument are ado...
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$6,500
Retro Bracelet with Platinum Art Deco charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful 18K bangle bracelet with three exquisite platinum Art Deco period charms affixed. The charms are set with approximately 1.25ct of assorted round brilliant cut and single cu...
Platinum, 18k Gold
Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet In 18 Karat Yellow Gold A spectacular jewelry piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet In 18 Karat Yellow Gold A spectacular jewelry piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$21,867
Antique Ruby and Diamond Snake Bangle
Located in London, GB
Here we have a excellently crafted gem set snake bracelet from the Victorian era. Crafted in a rich 18ct yellow gold, this antique piece coils around the wearer’s wrist and features ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emre Osmanlar Root Ruby Champange Diamonds Gold and Fine Silver Bangle Bracelet
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
This piece by Emre Osmanlar Celles Collection features 8K gold and Fine Silver, champange diamonds (0.07ct) and root ruby. It is entirely made in an artisanal way. This beautiful ba...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Platinum Charms Bangle Bracelet Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold, 1940
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A beautiful 14 Karat Yellow Gold bangle featuring Platinum, Diamonds and other precious stones charms following a theme or marriage.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sold|$7,200
Multistone Hinged Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Darnestown, MD
This hinged wide bangle bracelet is studded with rubies; diamonds; emeralds and sapphires. One side has 14 stones and the other has 7 giving a choice of how much sparkle one wanted t...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$2,281
1980s 14 karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Bangle
Located in Marcianise, IT
1980S Yellow Gold 14 karat and silver mounted with diamonds rubies emeralds and sapphires clmaper bracelet Bracelet weight 34.50 grams Emeralds weight 2.10 karat Rubies weight 1.70 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Wide Yellow Gold Gemstone Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a vintage estate cuff bracelet at a statement-making size with colorful detailsin in 18k yellow gold with multicolored gemstones, including rubies, sapphires and green emeral...
Yellow Gold
Sold|$7,900
Enamel Precious Gemstone Gold Snake Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
This 18K serpentine 18K yellow gold bangle snakes around one's wrist with delicate glittering green and white enamel scales and a diamond dazzled arrow on the head of the snake with ...
Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver and 8k Gold Celles Cuff Bangle with Moonstone and Champagne Diamond
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
This piece by Emre Osmanlar Celles Collection, it features 8K gold fine silver bracelet 0.08 ct champagne diamonds and moonstone.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Silver
DAVID WEBB 1970 Clips-On Earrings In 18kt Yellow Gold With 8.44 Cts In Gemstones
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Ropes earrings designed by David Webb (1925-1975). These are an outstanding colorful clips-on earrings created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of David Webb, back in the 197...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold...
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Suite Bangle Bracelet Earrings and Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Sapphire, ruby, emerald & diamond earrings, ring and bracelet set includes: A pair of 14 yellow gold earrings with marquis rubies, sapphires, emeralds and .16 carats approximate to...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, 18 Karat Rose Gold Spiral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
For any inquiries,please contact the seller through the message center. Gorgeous spiral bangle bracelet realized in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with rubies, emeralds and sap...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Spiral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retro spiral bangle bracelet realized in 18 kt yellow gold structure, set with spots of beautiful diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald Diamond and Ruby Black Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
Just one look and the craftsmanship of this snake speaks for itself. From the scale pattern in the gold to the Emerald and Diamond markings to the Ruby eyes, detail clearly was of th...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unusual U-Shaped 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald Bangle
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A unique, modern, hinged cuff bracelet, with a slightly squared off design. This colorful piece tapers in width from just under half an inch at the top, down to 1/4 of an inch at th...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Edwardian Rubies Emeralds 18K Gold Bangle King Edward Queen Alexandra Portraits
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Gold Gem set Diamond Bangle mid 19th Century Bangle Bracelet.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Black Diamond ( 2 ) and White Diamon...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Snake Bangle Bracelet Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Bangle Bracelet Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Black Diamond ( 2 ) and White Diamon...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Black Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Black Diamond ( 2 ) and White Diamon...
Emerald, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Sold|$1,400
Pave`-Set Burmese Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Nantucket, MA
An oval bangle bracelet with clasp comprised of round, brilliant cut Burmese rubies in a pave` setting.
Ruby, Sterling Silver
Enticing Multi-Color Stone Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 18k yellow gold bangle is set with round cut multi color stones which are diamond, emerald, ruby and sapphire. The bangle measures 17mm in width and will fit a standard...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,900
Channel-Set Ruby and Diamond Bangle
Located in Nantucket, MA
A ruby and diamond bangle with clasp. Faceted square, channel-set rubies surrounded by round, brilliant cut diamonds in a pave` setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Diamond & Precious Stones Flexible Bangle Bracelet in 18kt White and Yellow Gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diamond & Precious Stones Flexible Bangle Bracelet in solid 18kt White & Yellow Gold Beautiful and solid gold hand made piece of jewellery.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Four Bangles, 18 Karat Gold Set with Diamonds, Sapphires and Emeralds
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four modern, charming bangles in 18 Karat gold set with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds. Finest goldsmith work. Each bracelet is hallmarked. All 44 stones are of very good q...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k 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.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
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.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.