Unavailable|$3,048
Diamond Audaces Fortuna Invat Statement Coin Necklace
By Shannon Koszyk
Located in Seattle, WA
- Handmade Diamond Audaces Coin Necklace by Shannon Koszyk - Sterling silver chain 18" - Sterling wrapped bronze Audaces Fortuna Invat medal - Prong set diamonds on the front and bac...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Unavailable|$12,500
Diamond Ruby Turquoise Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid 18K gold necklace inlaid with diamonds, rubies and turquoise stones.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$240,000
Andreoli Diamond Statement Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Diamond Statement Necklace 18 Karat White Gold. This necklace features 53.48 carats of F-G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity full round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$12,240 / item
Selene Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Statement Necklace
By Maison Tjoeng
Located in Singapore, SG
Make a statement in the large Selene necklace. Handcrafted 18k gold and pavé diamond pendant on 18k gold 16" fine chain.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$22,500
Edwardian 13.95 Carat Diamond Platinum Rare Statement Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Statement Antique Jewellery Antique Diamond necklace to make a statement and create an image Special event, grand soiree, heirloom gift, no collector can miss having one of this in ...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$23,475
Pink Sapphire 58 Carat and Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Natural Pink Sapphire and Diamond Statement Necklace Featured Stone: Natural Oval Pink Sapphire Center Stone: Pink Sapphire Stone Carat Weight: 58.00 Carat Diamonds -4.50 ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$4,500 / item
Gemstone Tennis Necklace, Diamond Tennis Choker, Solid Gold Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Our new Gemstone Chokers are here! We have options in Rainbow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, and Ruby! The rainbow sapphires set in both white gold and rose gold are drop dead gorgeous and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Aventina-Spencer, 'Nightsky', 21.95cttw Diamond and Platinum Statement Necklace
By Aventina-Spencer
Located in Ballymena, GB
The statement pendant features 58 White Diamonds (G/VS), 26 Natural Colour Fancy Orange Diamonds, 69 Natural Colour Champagne Diamonds and 50 Black Diamonds for a total of 21.95 cara...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable|$2,820
Hi June Parker 0.90 Carat White Diamond Statement Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
One of those pieces where you want to look carefully at the elaborate details consisting of Hi June Parker's signature organic circle elements that are carefully and intentionally pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Vermeil
Unavailable|$56,000
Estate 61g 14K Gold 30.00ct Natural Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your jewelry game with this stunning Estate necklace. Crafted from 14K white gold, this statement piece boasts a beautiful marquise-shaped natural diamond in a prong setting,...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$56,000
Estate 84g 18K Gold 30.00ct Round Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite 18K white gold necklace is a true statement piece, boasting a stunning 30.00ct round natural diamond as the main stone.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Exquisite 14K Diamond Pendant Necklace - Elegant & Timeless Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Experience the enchanting beauty of winter with our Snowflake Soirée Diamond Necklace. Part of our exquisite Snowflake Soirée collection, this piece features sparkling white diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$126,500
Sasha Primak 37.08 Carat Diamond and Platinum Statement Necklace
By Sasha Primak
Located in New York, NY
This attention grabbing necklace contains 37.08 carats of round and pear shaped diamonds. Meticulously designed to maximize flowing movement and diamond sparkle, this a truly exquisi...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Diamond Pendant Necklace - Exquisite & Timeless Statement Jewelry Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Experience the enchanting beauty of winter with our Snowflake Soirée Diamond Necklace, a masterpiece from our exquisite collection. Each delicate snowflake-inspired pendant is meticu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Diamond Pendant Necklace, 3.77ctw - Exquisite Statement Jewelry, Luxury
Located in Holtsville, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace. Crafted to perfection, this stunning piece exudes luxury and sophistication. Specification...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant Necklace - Timeless & Elegant Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Specifications: * Material: Rhodium-Plated & 14K Yellow Gold * Gemstone: Oval Modified Brilliant Tourmaline * Carat Weight: 0.42 * Stone Count: 1 * Stone Shape: Oval Modified Brilli...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
14K Rubellite & Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace - Exquisite Gemstone Statement
Located in Holtsville, NY
Evoke the fiery passion of nature's blooms with our exquisite Blooms of Passion Ruby Lite and Diamond Necklace. This radiant masterpiece from Jeweltique's Ruby Lite collection is a t...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,500
Emily Kuvin Gold, Diamond, Lapis and Turquoise Statement Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Stunning times three. Our Piccolo Grand Stella Necklace in warm yellow gold features a lapis lazuli in our center organic shape Stella star and accenting Stellina stars, completed wi...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$1,903
14K Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace - Stunning Gemstone Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of our Blooms of Passion collection with this exquisite Ruby and Diamond Pendant from Jeweltique. Crafted with precision and passion, this p...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant: Elegant Statement Necklace, Luxury Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Indulge in the captivating allure of nature's vibrant hues with our Rainbow Gemstone Radiance Collection. The Multi Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant from Jeweltique is a mesmerizing ma...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$105,000
Estate 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The multi-line diamond necklace measuring 16 inches long and crafted in 18K gold (currently rhodium-plated white), centered on a diamond spray, is mounted with approximately 72 carat...
14K Diamond Pendant Necklace, 3.77ctw - Stunning Statement Jewelry, Luxury Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace, a captivating piece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Necklace - Fine Jewelry, Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, featuring a stunning Pear Modified Brilliant Tourmaline and sparkling Diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,069
14K Diamond Pavé Drop Pendant Necklace - Elegant Luxury Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Experience the enchanting beauty of winter with our Snowflake Soirée Diamond Necklace. Part of our exquisite Snowflake Soirée collection, this necklace features sparkling white diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luxury 14K Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace - Elegant Gemstone, Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Indulge in the fiery embrace of passion with our Blooms of Passion Ruby and Diamond Necklace, an exquisite creation by Jeweltique. This captivating piece is a tribute to the fervent ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K 3.79ct Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace: Exquisite Luxury Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of our Blooms of Passion collection with the "Eternal Passion" Ruby and Diamond Bloom Pendant. This exquisite piece is not merely jewelry; it's a manif...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K 1.07ctw Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace: Exquisite Luxury Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of nature with our Forest Ferns Emerald and Diamond Pendant, a masterpiece within our distinguished collection. This pendant captures the es...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace: Exquisite Luxury Statement Jewelry Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of nature with our Forest Ferns collection, where the magical allure of emeralds and diamonds comes to life in the form of our exquisite penda...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$54,421
18 Karat White Gold 18.86ct Rose Cut Diamond Contemporary Statement Necklace
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
This 18-karat white gold statement necklace is handmade with each diamond individually inspected and perfectly matched to produce a masterpiece, using traditional techniques which ta...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,500 / item
Diamond Ruby and Pearl Statement Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Fort Collins, CO
This timeless 14k Diamond Ruby & Pearl Statement Necklace showcases sparkling 0.46CT diamonds, 2.8CT Burmese pink rubies and 24.35CT round natural freshwater pearls set mainly in 14k...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Rarever 18k Gold 16.3ct Rose Cut Diamond Modern Contemporary Statement Necklace
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
This one-of-its-kind drop Necklace. A unique and magnificent piece that showcases the intricate detailing and superior craftsmanship. Each of the 2540 diamonds is hand selected after...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$650,000
Andreoli Burma Ruby CDC Certified Diamond Statement Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Burma Ruby CDC Certified Diamond Statement Necklace 18 Karat White Gold. This necklace features 65.37 carats of Burma oval shaped rubies certified by C.Dunaigre swiss lab.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$3,416 / item
STATEMENT Paris - Art Deco Necklace Mini My Way Diamonds & Silver 0.56 Carat
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace Mini My Way in rhodium plated sterling silver paved with 102 brilliant cut diamonds, quality G-VS, totaling 0,56 carat, with a chain in sterling silver.
Diamond, Rhodium, Silver
Unavailable|$256,060
18 Karat White Gold 48.44 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Contemporary Statement Necklace
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
This magnificent necklace from our Rarever High Jewelry Collection is studded with 275 top quality white Rose cut diamonds , 1271 brilliant round shaped diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.00 Carat Diamond Floral Blossom 14 Karat White Gold Statement Drop Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous White Gold Diamond Floral Necklace Features Prong-Set Diamond Florets Set in Intersecting Swoops Total Diamond Weight = Approximately 8 carats Average Color = G Average Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,476 / item
STATEMENT Paris, Necklace Mini My Way Diamonds, Pink Gold & Silver 0.6 Carat
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace Mini My Way in 18K pink gold and rhodium plated sterling silver paved with 102 brilliant cut diamonds, quality G-VS, for 0,6 carat, with a chain in sterling silver.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
18k Gold GIA 2.01 Carat Heart Diamond Love Locket Statement Pendant W/ Necklace
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
This stunning heart locket pendant is a beautiful and unique piece of jewelry that is sure to capture your heart. The pendant features a yellow heart-shaped diamond that weighs an im...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Statement Kunzite, Ruby, and Quartz Gemstone Necklace with a Diamond Gold Clasp
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features Pink Kunzite, Tumbled Ruby Beads, and Fresh Water Cultured Pearls that are Hand Wire Wrapped in 14kt White Gold. It measures 22 Inches and can be worn over a S...
Kunzite, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Unavailable|$5,300 / item
Diamond Moth Necklace
Located in Fort Collins, CO
This one of a kind moth design when matched with exemplary craftsmanship gives a master piece like this gorgeous statement necklace. This 18k Diamond Moth Necklace in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K 1.82ct Ruby & Diamond Pendant - Elegant & Timeless Gemstone Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Evoke the fiery essence of passion with our exquisite "Blooms of Passion" Ruby and Diamond Pendant. Crafted with meticulous care and set in 14k yellow gold, this pendant is a testame...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$5,600
Statement Pendant, Revived Heart Pendant
Located in Doha, QA
A re-imagined heart inspired by the frosted leaves. 18K white gold Tsavorite: – Weight (total): 0.93 carats – Cut: Round brilliant Diamond: – Weight (total): 0.84 carats – Clar...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Carl Priolo 18 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Black/White Diamond Statement Pendant
Located in Mill Valley, CA
Award winning one of a kind Tahitian pearl pendant designed by Carl Priolo. 15.50mm cultured Tahitian Pearl, A Grade, great luster. This Pearl is posted with a White Diamond and Bla...
Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...
Vintage 18K Gold Statement Pendant, 0.85ct Diamond. Big gold Pendant.Estate Jewe
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Jewelry Material: Yellow Gold 18k (the gold has been tested by a professional) Total Carat Weight: 0.85ct (Approx.) Total Metal Weight:6.39 g Size:24.11 x 20.37 mm Grading Results: S...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Statement Pendant, 0.85ct Diamond. Big gold Pendant.Estate Jewe
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Jewelry Material: Yellow Gold 18k (the gold has been tested by a professional) Total Carat Weight: 0.85ct (Approx.) Total Metal Weight:6.39 g Size:24.11 x 20.37 mm Grading Results: S...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,030 / item
Small Butterfly Diamond Necklace Front View White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style and make a statement with the Small Butterfly Diamond Necklace.
Diamond, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,999
Barry Brinker 26.12 Carat Fantasy Cut Citrine 18K Statement Pendant
By Barry Brinker
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
From designer Barry Brinker comes this artistically stunning 26.12 carat fantasy cut citrine giving various light reactions when viewed from different angles and .62 carat total weig...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Black Diamond Long Link Necklace with 18ct White Gold and Diamond Clasp
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Indulge in the opulent beauty of our vintage Black Diamond necklace, a statement piece boasting over 100ct of faceted onion cut briolette black diamonds.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$12,990 / item
GIA Certified Diamond Rose Necklace with Chain in 18K Gold
By Valentina Fine Jewellery
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
Statement diamond rose necklace, perfect anniversary or birthday gift for the special lady in your life.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$11,600 / item
Marli New York 18 Karat Gold Rock Statement Slip-On Collar
By MARLI New York
Located in New York, NY
The Rock Statement Slip-On Collar is the perfect piece for a contemporary lifestyle. Designed with 5 brilliant-cut diamond, this choker evokes a youthful, yet sensual vibe. Inspired ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,285
18K Pink Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 0.56ct 18.2mm x 13.1mm
Located in Holtsville, NY
Whether worn as a symbol of faith or as a fashion statement, this diamond cross pendant necklace is sure to capture attention and spark conversation.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$27,550 / item
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat Gold "Etruscan" Braided Citrine Diamond Necklace
By Matthia's & Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Braided Links Citrine and Diamond Statement Necklace The Etruscans are recognized around the world for the mastery of their goldsmiths.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$22,270 / item
Matthia's & Claire 18 Karat Yellow Gold "Etruscan" Rope Link Diamond Necklace
By Matthia's & Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18K Yellow Gold "Etruscan" 17 1/4" Rope Link Diamond Statement Necklace - dress her up or down and wear year round.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carlos Udozzo, 18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires and Tsavorites Necklace
Located in Geisenfeld, DE
MULTICOLOUR NECKLACE by CARLOS UDOZZO This masterly crafted, eye-catching 18k White Gold Diamond statement necklace turns you into the star of your red carpet activities.
Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$33,995 / item
18k Yellow Gold 3.03 Total Carat White Diamond Trellis Necklace
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Unabashedly Individual Design: A modern take on the diamond statement necklace. Here, a melange of fancy cut diamonds are carefully selected, each for its own unique cha...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$11,772
18K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, 4.50ct
Located in Holtsville, NY
It adds a touch of elegance and prestige to any outfit, making it a must-have for every jewelry collection. Make a dazzling statement with this diamond tennis necklace today.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 20.93 Carat T.W. Oval-Cut Statement Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with exquisite 20.93CT T.W. diamonds, this statement necklace exudes luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold
29 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Estate Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning statement diamond necklace hand crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.