Victorian 18ct Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in London, England
A very fine sapphire and diamond crescent brooch. It is exquisitely made, and features more than twenty vibrant sapphires above a line of sparkling diamonds.
18k Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 10.5 grams Dimensions: 43mm x 33mm Total Sapphire Weight: Approx. 2.00ct Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.60ct Diamond Details: Approx.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch dating back to the Victorian period.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Moon Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking crescent moon pin densely set with oval blue sapphires, beautifully accented by three diamond-encrusted stars, including a prominent central shooting star with a trailing ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Antique Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch / Pendant Ref: 709116
Located in Chicago, IL
Most examples were set exclusively with diamonds, while crescents with sapphires, such as this piece, are rare.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Sapphire, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with seven, round faceted sapphires, graduating in size, alternating with eight pairs of old-cut diamonds, in claw and grain set...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A French antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, with a graduating row of cushion-cut sapphires, spaced with tiny rose-cut diamonds either side, with a row of old mine-cut diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
French Antique Sapphire Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A French antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, with a graduating row of cushion-cut sapphires, spaced with tiny rose-cut diamonds either side, with a row of old mine-cut diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Crescent Brooch, with Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Inserts
Located in London, GB
A Victorian three row crescent brooch, with a removable, original, sapphire insert and newly made, removable, old-cut diamond and ruby inserts, with the sapphire and the rubies mount...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Crescent and Heart pendant necklace, Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
It is adorned with old cut diamonds, pearls and rich dark blue sapphires with a cushion cut sapphire to the centre of the heart.
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 3.70Ct Sapphire, 0.48Ct Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 3.70 carat sapphire and 0.48 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold crescent brooch; part of our diverse collection of antique crescent brooches.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Crescent Moon Brooch, Antique Rose Diamond and Natural Sapphire Jewel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Presenting one of our most sentimental jewels in the collection, this crescent moon brooch is crafted from solid 14K rose gold and set with foiled rose-cut diamonds and natural blue ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Diamond & Sapphire Crescent Moon Brooch in 18K Gold and Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
A romantic celestial brooch from the Victorian era, crafted in 18K yellow gold with a platinum top. The crescent moon is set with approximately 2.00 carats of rose-cut diamonds, acce...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
IGI Certified 4.80 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Crescent Moon Star Motif Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This extraordinary statement ring showcases an elegant crescent moon and star motif adorned with natural diamonds and vivid sapphires totaling 4.80 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crescent Moon Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co sapphire and diamond 18 karat white gold crescent moon brooch circa 1960.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$771Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crescent Moon Diamond and Gemstone Ring / Minimalist ring / Gold crescent moon ring / Lucky ring / moon ring/ Gift for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade jew...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$854Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crescent Moon Diamond and Gemstone Ring / Minimalist ring / Gold crescent moon ring / Lucky ring / moon ring / Gift for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade je...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Multi-Gemstone and Old Mine Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Pink Sapphires: .50 ctw Blue Sapphires: 1.00 ctw Emerald: .50 ctw Natural Diamonds: 1.30 ctw Diamond cut: Old Mine Dimond color: F-G Diamond clarity: VS Weight...
Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold...
Art Deco Tutti Frutti clip brooch in platinum and gold, crescent moon
Located in PARIS, FR
The brooch takes the shape of a crescent moon, decorated with stylized flowers with sculpted petals of 17 sapphires (unheated), 14 rubies, and 9 emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold
A pair of French Art Deco diamond and sapphire crescent earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of French Art Deco diamond and sapphire crescent earrings, each earring in the form of a crescent centrally set with a square-cut sapphire estimated to weigh 0.3 carats with t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in Glasgow, GB
A late 19th-century Victorian brooch, crafted circa 1890s, featuring sapphires and diamonds set in a crescent design. The brooch combines silver fronting with a 9 carat gold backing,...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 1.12 in W 1 in L 16 in
Victorian 18k/14k/Sterling Silver Sapphire & Diamond Crescent Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful sapphire and diamond crescent moon necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era!
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
1930s Sapphire Diamond Gold Crescent Tie Pin
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely dash of sparkle and gold to complete a gentleman's look. The gold crescent pin is elegant and lightweight with a sharp point to secure the tie (or ascot!) in place.
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Crescent Moon and Star Earrings
Located in Boston, MA
18K GOLD EARRINGS WITH DIAMONDS AND SAPPHIRES The Crescent Moon earrings are stunningly beautiful and precious.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gold Sapphires and Diamonds French Antique Crescent
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very lovely antique crescent, 19th century made. it is made in rose gold 18k and silver. Hallmarks for gold 18k (the eagle head) and mark of maker. It measures 4cm, the diamonds w...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Mary Gallagher 14k Yellow Gold Crescent Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Mary Gallagher
Located in Foxborough, MA
These gorgeous buttery yellow gold earrings are set with deep blue sapphires and vs white diamonds. The bead setting and design is inspired by vintage earrings and are solid 14k gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with cushion shaped faceted sapphires, spaced with old-cut diamonds, in six pairs, two singles and two rose-cut diamonds, mounte...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch, circa 1895
Located in London, GB
An antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with thirteen, oval and round faceted sapphires, graduating in size, alternating with eight, pairs of old-cut diamonds, terminati...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 7.8 grams Dimensions: 37mm x 35mm Total Sapphire Weight: Approx. 3.37ct Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.70ct Diamond Details: Approx.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a crescent moon which plays host to an alternating array of cushion cut sapphires and chunky old c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous sapphire and diamond set crescent moon brooch. It is crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a single row of claw set old cut diamonds and natural blue sapphires.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Sapphire, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, set with nine, oval and round faceted sapphires, graduating in size, with an estimated stone weight of 1.75ct, alternating with eight...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Sapphire, Diamond, Gold And Silver Crescent Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, with an outer row of oval and cushion faceted sapphires, graduating from the centre, set in gold, in grains and cut down settings on ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Sold
H 0.17 in W 0.98 in L 0.86 in
Vintage 1973 Hallmarked Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive vintage sapphire and diamond crescent brooch is fine quality set with sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 2 in W 1 in Dm 2.5 in
Antique Victorian Wide Sapphire Ruby Diamond Enamel Cherub Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and whimsical this 18k gold Victorian Enamel bangle with rose cut diamonds, sapphires and rubies is beyond words. Delightful cherubs lounge on sapphire and diamond cresc...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Crescent Sapphire Pearl Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This inspired imaginative daydreams that were portrayed through various forms of art to express the infatuation of the unknown. Featuring a crescent inscribed with pearls, sapphires...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond, 15 Karat Yellow Gold Crescent Brooch, Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique Victorian 0.70 carat sapphire and 0.52 carat diamond 15 karat yellow gold, silver set crescent brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Crescent Inline Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Sapphire: 108 princess cut = 2.16cttw Diamond: 180 round brilliant cut = 2.70cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Weight: 29.36 grams Dimensions: bra...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 0.23 in W 1.12 in L 1.12 in
1920s 1.88 Carat Sapphire and 1.04 Carat Diamond White Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This diamond crescent brooch with sapphires secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp, crafted in 9k white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold
Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Platinum Ring with Crescent Trapezoid Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stunning center sapphire is flanked by two 0.45-carat F/VS2-SI1 Crescent Trapezoid diamonds, perfectly enhancing the sapphire’s vivid, natural hue.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2.81 Carat Round Cut Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet, 10k Gold Crescent Moon Link
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 10k Gold as stamped (yellow and white) Stone Information: Genuine Sapphires Treatment: Heating Color: Blue Cut: Round Carats: 2.75ctw Natural ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold
Antique Sapphire Diamond Crescent 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique Sapphire Diamond Crescent 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Brooch.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Butterfly and Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique butterfly and crescent brooch, set with old-cut diamonds, rubies, emeralds and a sapphire, mounted in gold with a red, white and yellow gold abdomen, circa 1910, USA.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Io Si 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond & Pink Sapphire Pave Crescent Pearl
Located in Southampton, PA
This Io Si necklace is made of 18K white and yellow gold and set with pearls, diamonds and pink sapphires, with the diamonds and sapphires amounting to 6.96 and 9.01 carats respectiv...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian Blue Sapphire and Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Charms of the moon! A Victorian blue sapphire and diamond crescent pendant, set with round and pear, faceted blue sapphire, on top of a crescent row of pave set round diamonds mounte...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Crescent 18 Carat White Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stylish crescent brooch holds a total of 15 sapphires and 8 diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Emerald Diamond Bee and Crescent Arrow Brooch
Located in London, GB
Bee and crescent arrow brooch, set with rose-cut diamonds weighing an estimated total of 8.50cts, calibre cut sapphires weighing an estimated total of 6.64cts and cabochon-cut emeral...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Crescent moon bangle, Sapphire and Diamond, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
All eyes are on the main feature of the bangle though the wonderfully chunky crescent moon. It is a closed style crescent in warm yellow gold and is adorned with sparkling old cut d...
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Natural Sapphire and Old Mine Diamond Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 6.3 grams Diamond Details: .75ct total weight, Old Mine Brilliant, Natural Diamonds, F-G C...
Diamond
Crescent Moon Pavé Diamond and Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds and Sapphire Sapphire Count: 1 Sapphire Cut: Round Brilliant Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 0.04 carats Sapphire Color: Blue Diamond Coun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
A Victorian sapphire and diamond crescent brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond crescent brooch, consisting of a row formed by nineteen faceted sapphires graduating in size from the centre and estimated to weigh approximately 2 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond "Crescent and Star" Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A gorgeous Victorian star and crescent necklace set with old cut diamonds and blue sapphires.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Sapphire Ruby Diamond Crescent Clover Stars Bar Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Victorian c.1890s Gold and Silver bar brooch with a Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire clover motive inside of Diamond Crescent and Diamond Stars on the ends.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold
Victorian Sapphire Diamond Gold Crescent Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking sapphire and diamond crescent pin from the Victorian (ca1880) era!
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian Sapphire, Diamond, and Enameled Cherub Crescent Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
Three rows of graduated gemstones line the outside of the crescent, and include two rows of old Rose Cut diamonds which flank a central row of stunning natural sapphires.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,376Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Red Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Red Ruby & Fancy Color Multi Gem Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Red Ruby - 20.00 Carats Natural Yel...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$8,792Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.91 in D 6.3 in L 10.83 in
Auth. Hermès Clutch Bag Pallonnier Black Porosus Crocodile Vintage Collector
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermès Pallonnier Clutch Bag – Black Porosus Crocodile – EXVC – 2410121651 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Pallonnier Clutch Bag Color: Black Material: Porosus Crocodile (Exterior), Calf ...
Fabergé Délices D’Été White Diamonds and Pear Shape Sapphires Earrings
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Délices D’Été Earrings 74EA95/1 Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Limited Edition Fabergé Délices D’Été Diamonds and Pear Shape Sapphires Necklace
By Fabergé
Located in Genève, GE
Délices D’Été Lumière Necklace Fabergé workmaster collections, capsule collections and jewellery suites each tell a story inspired by Fabergé’s rich legacy - masterpieces possessing...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, ...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond brooch on offer at Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III. The brooch with a diamond-set ribbon bow surmount...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 4.64 Carat Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 4.64 carat diamond and 9 karat yellow gold, silver set brooch; part of our diverse antique diamond jewelry collections. This stunni...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Van Cleef and Arpels 8.85 Carat No Heat Oval-Cut Ruby 18k Gold GRS Cert Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
From the famed house of Van Cleef and Arpels, this ring centers an 8.85 carat oval-cut unheated Ruby and is flanked by an additional 2.00 carats of marquis-cut diamonds. The ruby is ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500
W 1.5 in L 2.19 in
Sakura Cherry Blossom Diamond Carved Coral Enamel 18K White Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cherry blossoms in bloom are one of the most beautiful and delightful sights of spring. They symbolize romance, hope, new life, living in the moment and appreciating things as they a...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa f/w 2008 John Galliano mauve silk charmeuse dress adorned with deco inspired faux pearl and crystal beadwork. Features kimono sleeves. Draped neckline held securely with sing...
$3,615Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 32 Carats Natural Green Peridot - 5 Carats Natural White Topaz - 7 Car...
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,500
H 1.35 in D 0.25 in L 1.07 in
Art Nouveau Floral Enamel Pearl and Diamond 18k Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning art nouveau enamel floral lily style spray brooch featuring seven graduating pearls on top of diamond and 18k yellow gold stems. The brooch has two green enamel leaves that...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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.