IGI Certified 0.18 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.18 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.18 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. Bagu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.12 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.12 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.12 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. Bagu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.15 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.15 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.15 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. Bagu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.64 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.64 Carat Diamond Necklace 18K Gold
This necklace carries 0.64 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.42 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.42 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.42 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.27 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.27 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.27 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.56 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.56 Carat Diamond Necklace 18K Gold
This necklace carries 0.56 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.34 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.34 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.34 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.18 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.18 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.18 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.48 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.48 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.48 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.29 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.29 Carat Diamond Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace carries 0.29 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.64 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.64 Carat Diamond Necklace 18K Gold
This necklace carries 0.64 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return. The ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
7.30 Carat Diamond Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Statement Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat white gold, this exquisite necklace is hand set with 6.25 carats Emerald and 7.30 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the lates...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Gold Natural 0.65 CT Diamond Statement Necklace by CHIAMPESAN Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Retro-era necklace is crafted in two-tone white and yellow gold and is stamped 585, confirming 14K gold purity. Made in Italy by Chiampesan, the design features oval gold links ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$308,800Sale Price|20% Off
Luxury 18k White Gold Statement Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Necklace, 82.58 Carats
Located in Great Neck, NY
A jewel of distinction and grandeur, this 18K solid white gold sapphire and diamond necklace captures the very essence of high jewelry.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
14K White Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Triple Heart Link Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A large heart sits between two smaller ones in this lovely statement necklace. Invisible set, glimmering princess cut diamonds inlay the hearts.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Gold & Steel 0.6 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Necklace Circa 1985
By Philippe Charriol
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 18K yellow gold and steel statement necklace set with 30 natural round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 0.60 carats total.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel
26.61 Carat Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Statement Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat white gold, this exquisite necklace is hand set with 26.61 carats Emerald and 21.0 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the late...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Gold 8 Carat Natural Diamond and Multicolor Cabochon Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With nearly 8 carats of natural, colorless diamonds, this piece is a vibrant and luxurious statement necklace.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
4.50CT T.W. Diamond Natural Earth-Mined Link Choker Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 4.50ct t.w. diamond natural earth-mined link choker statement necklace will instantly elevate any look.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Contemporary Solid 18K White Gold Natural Diamond Swirl Drop Statement Necklace
Located in Zurich, CH
Exquisite contemporary statement necklace from Chaya Jewellery, masterfully crafted in brilliant 18k white gold (750 hallmark).
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Platinum & Gold GIA 169.84ctw Sapphire Emerald Ruby & Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 22 Natural Genuine Sapphires - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Yellow Orange Color - Ceylon - Heated - 89.14ctw exact *See Certification Details Below For More Info* 68 Natural Ge...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10K Yellow Gold 4.0 Carat Round Diamond Graduating Riviera Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous riviera statement necklace is created in the finest 10k yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,040Sale Price|20% Off
Statement 6.9ct Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Paperclip Chain Necklace 14K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These may birthstone necklace are a perfect gift for Anniversary Gift, Birthday Gift, Engagement Gift, Wedding Gift, Mothers Day Gift, Easter Gift, Statement Jewelry Daughter, Girlfr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.33Cttw Round Cut Diamond Statement Necklace 18K White Gold 16 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This luxury full diamond statement necklace is set with 520 pave set round brilliant cut shimmering diamonds totaling 8.33 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.31Cttw Round Cut Diamond Statement Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 16 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This luxury full diamond statement necklace is set with 520 pave set round brilliant cut shimmering diamonds totaling 8.31 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$95,376Sale Price / item|20% Off
53.04 TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Statement Fringe Necklace 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
53.04 TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Statement Fringe Necklace 18K White Gold features oval cut emerald set as charms with diamonds cluster studded below the arc of the emeralds and some d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$76,300Sale Price / item|20% Off
53.04 TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Statement Fringe Necklace 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
53.04 TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Statement Fringe Necklace 14K White Gold features oval cut emerald set as charms with diamonds cluster studded below the arc of the emeralds and some d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Floral Leaf White Champagne Diamond Statement 14K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite necklace features a delicate floral design adorned with shimmering stones. The intricate openwork pattern creates a captivating visual effect, enhancing the pendant's ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Rose-Cut Diamond Statement 18k Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A true one-of-a-kind masterpiece, this 18K white gold statement necklace showcases 20 carats of unmistakably natural emeralds, each linked with rose-cut natural diamonds for a refine...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$26,224Sale Price / item|20% Off
47.61TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Choker Necklace 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
47.61TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Choker Necklace 14k White Gold features oval cut Zambian emerald set with halo of diamonds around in a choker.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$32,780Sale Price / item|20% Off
47.61TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Choker Necklace 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
47.61TCW Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Statement Choker Necklace 18k White Gold features oval cut Zambian emerald set with halo of diamonds around in a choker.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Princess Bib Style Diamond Statement 18K White Gold Pendant Lariat Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A sophisticated and elegant necklace featuring a delicate design with a teardrop pendant encrusted with shimmering round-cut diamonds. The necklace is adorned with intricate links an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Hexagon Onyx Platinum Vintage Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Art Deco Diamond and Hexagon Black Onyx Platinum Pendant Necklace. The Hexagon Onyx, centering a .44 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and surrounded by 1.10tcw Diamond...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
IGI Certified 14K White Gold 8.0 Carat Diamond Riviera Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
As elegant as it is dramatic, this dazzling Riviera diamond necklace elevates any attire. Expertly crafted in cool weaves of 14K white gold, this eye-catching design features flower-...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$26,600Sale Price|20% Off
20 Carat Diamond Barbed Wire Link Statement Necklace in 10k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding bold luxury and avant-garde style, this impressive statement necklace is expertly crafted in lustrous 10k yellow gold.
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Natural Diamond & Pearl Statement Necklace Heart Toggle Clasp 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A retro 14K yellow gold cultured baroque pearl necklace weighing approximately 64 grams. The piece is composed of thirty-three pearls, each measuring about 8.5 mm in diameter, and ac...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
White Champagne Cognac Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Swirl Statement Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
An elegant necklace featuring a pendant with intricate curves and sparkling diamonds of different colors, set in a delicate 14k solid gold design. The pendant is oval-shaped with a s...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectrum Jewels Round Cut 4.55Ct Natural Diamond Statement Necklace 18K Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 18K gold diamond choker necklace is more than jewelry— it’s a statement of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Gold 7.55 Carat Natural Diamond & Royal Blue Sapphire Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A retro gold necklace with an approximate total gemstone weight of 7.55 carats. The design features a 14K yellow gold paperclip-style chain set with six royal blue oval natural sapph...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$7,552Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Drop Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
The Victorian era brought snake jewellery into the limelight after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Que...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$120,312Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 37.05Ct Multi Cut Natural Diamond Graduating Necklace 18Kt White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 37.05Ct Multi Cut Natural Diamond Graduating Necklace 18Kt White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$96,249Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 37.05Ct Multi Cut Natural Diamond Graduating Necklace 14Kt White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 37.05Ct Multi Cut Natural Diamond Graduating Necklace 14Kt White Gold.
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
8.56CT TW Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Heart Solitaire Pendant Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glimmer with understated elegance in this regal 8.56CT TW Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Heart Solitaire Pendant Statement Necklace.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Peridot Filigree Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bringing together vibrant natural peridot, ruby accents, and sparkling diamonds, this Peridot Necklace features an elegant Filigree Statement Necklace design crafted in solid gold.
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,284Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 15.77TCW Zambian Emerald Halo Diamonds Wedding Necklace Gift 14k Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 14K gold diamond choker necklace is more than jewelry it’s a statement of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Crystals Beige Triangle Diamond Statement Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Beige Triangle Diamond Crystals Pendant Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% genuine. It is over 40 y...
Gold Plate
$35,000Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 28.52 TCW Tanzanite Gemstone & Diamond Bridal Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
28.52TCW Tanzanite Gemstone Diamond Bridal Necklace 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry The necklace features a graceful arrangement of pear and geometric-cut tanzanite, beautifully accented...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18K YG Statement Necklace with 1.55ct Old European Cut Diamonds 126ct Amethysts
Located in New York, NY
Ideal for making a bold statement, this necklace is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any ensemble.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
V Shaped Letter Geometric Statement Diamond 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
The necklace features a sleek V-shaped pendant adorned with small, sparkling diamonds. The pendant is suspended from a delicate chain. Ideal for adding a touch of elegance to any out...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$43,752Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 43.13Tcw Emerald Diamond Double Layer Necklace 18 Karat White Gold.
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 43.13Tcw Emerald Diamond Double Layer Necklace 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
23.06tcw AAA+ Top Grade Emerald & Diamond Sleek Statement Necklace Gold 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is an investment quality, vivid Muzo green Colombian emerald and diamond statement necklace. An extraordinary 3.85 carat, earth-mined emerald weighs 3.85 carats and is beze...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou Symphony 28.5 ctw Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Diamond Statement Necklace
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Make a lasting impression with theNina Zhou Symphony 28.5 ctw Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Diamond Statement Necklace, a masterpiece of artistry and elegance.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Champagne Cognac Diamonds 18K Rose Gold Swirl Statement Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant Rose Gold Swirl Drop Earrings. This exquisite pendant necklace is crafted in rose gold. The design features intricate swirling patterns with delicate detailing. The necklace ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$25,084Sale Price|20% Off
Sparkling 8.08ctw Diamond Statement Round Shape Pendant Necklace 14k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is handset with 8.08 carats of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance crea...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Sparkling 8.08ctw Diamond Statement Round Shape Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is handset with 8.08 carats of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance crea...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$35,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement 43.13Tcw Emerald Diamond Double Layer Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Statement 43.13Tcw Emerald Diamond Double Layer Necklace 14 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.10 Carat Natural Diamond Angel Statement Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This necklace is designed around the angel motif — a silhouette that carries quiet symbolism: purity, protection,...
Diamond, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 0.5 Carat Natural Diamond Vav Statement Necklace in 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.5 Carat Diamond Vav Necklace 8K Gold
This vav necklace carries 0.5 total carats of diamonds distributed across the setting to maximize brilliance and light return....
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 0.14 Carat Natural Diamond Trio Statement Necklace in 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.14 Carat Diamond Trio Necklace 8K Gold
This trio necklace places 0.14 carats of diamonds in a three-stone arrangement — a configuration that distributes sparkle ac...
Diamond, 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.