3-Stone Drop Pendant Style Diamond Necklace
By Louis Newman & Co
Located in New York, NY
3 Stone drop Pendant style diamond necklace. Biggest stone is about half a carat and H VS in color and clarity.
White Diamond, Platinum
Certified 31.27 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Earring and Necklace Suite
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS. A stunning certified 31.27 carat total White Diamonds VS quality, F-G color, necklace and earring set. A...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
82 Carat Emerald Drops and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A stunning, one of a kind, natural 81.90 carat Zambian Emerald and Diamond Necklace, flexible so it si...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Boucheron "Ava Mobile" Diamond Pendant Necklace 81 Stones Diamonds 2.07ct
By Boucheron
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Boucheron "Ava Mobile" Diamond Pendant Necklace. Product Details The "Ava Mobile" design is known for its intricate openwork that allows the central elements to move and catch the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Diamonds by the Yard 7 Stones Necklace Diamond Pendant Necklace 14kt 0.74ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning diamonds by the yard necklace, adjustable from 16-18-20" The diamonds are ethically sources and conflict free. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.76gr GOLD: 14KT white gold NECKLACE-16-20"" NA...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Diamonds by the yard 19 stones necklace diamond pendant necklace 14KT 0.88ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning diamonds by the yard necklace, adjustable from 16-18-20" The diamonds are ethically sources and conflict free. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.60gr GOLD: 14KT white gold NECKLACE-16-20"" NA...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Paul Moreli Diamond Necklace 9 Round Stone Platinum Chain
By Paul Morelli
Located in Fairfield, CT
Paul Moreli Diamond Necklace 9 Round Stone Platinum Chain This Paul Morelli necklace is composed in platinum and features approximately 0.90 carats total weight of round brilliant-c...
Diamond, Platinum
22kt Gold Enamel Diamond and Colored Stone Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the opulent beauty of this 22k Gold Enamel Necklace adorned with diamonds and vibrant rubies, crafted to perfection for those who appreciate timeless luxury.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond 10 Stone Necklace, 0.50ct Natural Round Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18ct yellow gold necklace adorned with a captivating arrangement of 10 round brilliant cut diamonds. This necklace exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Perfect for...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Bird & Stone Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Bird & Stone Necklace with Diamonds 89 Diamonds - 0.48 CT 1 Peridot - 8.04 CT 1 Tourmaline - 1.08 CT 1 Ruby - 0.02 CT 18K White Gold - 7.80 GM This exquisite ne...
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold 1.81ctw Five-stone Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 1.81ctw Five-stone Diamond Halo Necklace Style: Five-Stone Diamond Halo Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: The Necklace Features Approximately 1.81 Carats To...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Golden Diamonds Diamond Chrome Stone White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Golden Diamonds Diamond Chrome Stone Pendant Necklace by Chopard.
Diamond, White Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Allegra Diamond Color Stones White Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Color Stones Allegra Necklace by Bulgari.
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, White Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Diamonds by the Yard 16 Stones Necklace Diamonds Yard Pendant Necklace 14kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning diamonds by the yard necklace, adjustable from 16-18-20" The diamonds are ethically sources and conflict free. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.30gr GOLD: 14KT white gold NECKLACE-16-20"" NA...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Diamonds by the Yard 15 Stones Necklace Diamonds Yard Pendant Necklace 14kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning diamonds by the yard necklace, adjustable from 16-18-20" The diamonds are ethically sources and conflict free. GRAM WEIGHT: 3.70gr GOLD: 14KT white gold NECKLACE-16-20"" NA...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Colombian Emerald Beaded Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A lovely, art-deco necklace with 100 carats of high-quality, faceted natural Colombian Emerald beads with...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace #23891
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Three Stone Diamond Pendant Necklace- This sparkling pendant features three round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fluorite Stone Carved Coral Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace with fluorite stone, fine carved sciacca coral gr 22 fine engrave with Eolo face, diamonds, 18 kt gold 15,40 gr.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18K Rose Gold Aquamarine Bird & Stone Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Aquamarine Bird & Stone Necklace with Diamonds 1 Aquamarine - 0.86 CT 189 Fancy Diamonds - 1.02 CT 1 Ruby - 0.02 CT 18K Rose Gold - 7.74 GM This exquisite necklac...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold
18K Gold With Seven-Stone Natural Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Seven-Stone Natural Diamond Necklace Embrace timeless elegance with this sophisticated 18k gold necklace, featuring seven dazzling natural diamonds expertly arranged to cre...
18k Gold
Spinel, Stone, Diamonds, Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central stone surrounded by hydrothermal spinel and diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Art Deco Two-Stone Drop Diamond Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful necklace dating back to the 1920s, featuring two drops with 0.40 carat diamonds on the end.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. PT950 Circlet Three-Stone Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace .55ctw
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Plantation, FL
A refined example of Tiffany & Co.’s beloved Circlet collection, this platinum drop pendant features three graduating diamond discs linked vertically in a cascading design. Each disc...
Diamond, Platinum
1 Carat Round Cut Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Dancing Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
1 carat total natural round cut white diamond 5 stone dancing pendant necklace. Set in platinum 900.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Rubies, Diamonds, Stones, Rose Gold and Silver Retro Snake Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retro snake necklace in 9kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with rubies along the snake body, and little diamonds on the head and tail and two pink stones ans eyes.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Leo Diamond Journey Necklace Pendant 0.61 Carat Set in 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
LEO DIAMONDS 7-STONES DIAMOND JOURNEY NECKLACE Serial Number: LEO 010046299 Metal: 14KT White Gold Length: 18 Inches Pendant: 1 Inch Total Carat Weight: 0.61 TCW Diamond Shape: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Necklace 18" - 14k Princess & Baguette 1.00ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Princess & Baguette Color: J - K Clarity: I1 Total Carats: 1.00ctw Style: Three-Stone ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Necklace 15" 18k Round 1.58ctw GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .78 Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS2 Certified by: GIA Report Number: 13082456 Natural Diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 CTW White Diamond Five-Stone Graduated Diamond Necklaces in 14k Yellow Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
This exquisite pendant necklace showcases five brilliant round-cut natural diamonds, gracefully arranged in a graduated vertical design. Each diamond is expertly set in 14K gold, cre...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Diamond and Emerald Alternating Tennis Necklace. Natural Stones. 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking statement of elegance and craftsmanship, this stunning necklace showcases alternating oval-cut emeralds totaling approximately 13.50 carats, paired with brilliant roun...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
3 Stone Diamond Journey Pendant Anniversary Mined .25ct Necklace 14K Chain
Located in Dearborn, MI
3 Stone Diamond Journey Pendant Anniversary Mined .25ct Necklace 14K Chain Features 3 Genuine Natural Mined Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Over $110 in Gold Value Alone Past, Pres...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Orange Coral, Kyanite Stones, Diamonds, White Gold Scraps Retrò Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful necklace in contemporary style with details and closure in 14 kt white gold, embellished with fabulous blue diamonds ct 1.65, rose coral and kyanite. The total weight of th...
Coral, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold
Allison Kaufman 14K Yellow Gold Semi Precious Stone & Diamond Geometric Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Allison Kaufman 14K yellow gold semi precious pendant necklace with one square natural amethyst, four natural garnets, and four oval pink natural tourmalines weighing 2.76 carats tot...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt White Gold Crivelli, Diamond & Color Stones Hanger / Necklace / Pendant
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
WHITE GOLDEN NECKLACE WITH DIAMONDS & SEMIPRECIOUS STONES CRIVELLI is a famous designer & manufacture from Italy.
Diamond, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Three Stone Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This beautiful geometric necklace feature 3 brilliant-cut White Diamonds, total weight of 0.10 Carat, and is hung from a 16-inch chain.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$74,800Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum 30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace with GIA Certified Stones
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking platinum necklace features an impressive total of approximately 30 carats of emerald cut diamonds, meticulously selected for their brilliance and elegant step-cut facets.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2ct Pearshape Diamond Necklace, 28ct Round Stones, 18k Gold
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Natural diamond necklace All stones are top make diamonds ,D-F color , VVS -IF clarity The center stone is 2 carat pearshape The total weight of round stones is 28 carat 18k white...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, 186 Stones, 13.02 Carats, USA
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite diamond tennis necklace is a timeless expression of refined elegance. Designed in 14k white gold, it showcases 186 perfectly matched round brilliant-cut diamonds, weig...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Butterfly Tiger Eye Stone 18k Rose Gold Diamond Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Butterfly Tiger Eye Stone 18K Rose Gold Diamond Necklace 8 Diamonds 0.04CT 9 Fancy Diamonds 0.14CT 3 Tiger Eye Stones 5.98CT 18 K Rose Gold 7.57 GM Tiger iron is an altered rock co...
18kt Gold Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Set with Diamonds& Precious Stones
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Set in 18 kt. Yellow gold Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Set with Diamonds and Semi precious stones from Estate Sultan of Oman Qaboos bin Said Al Said was Sultan of Oma...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Stone, Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with an heart shape green stone in the central part surrounded by emeralds and diamonds. As pendant, a pearl. This pe...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Anniversary .80ct Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Anniversary .80ct Necklace 14K White Gold Features 3 Genuine Natural Mined Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Past, Present, and Future Journey Style Pen...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,238Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Pink Stone Diamond Flower 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Contemporary Pink Stone Diamond Flower 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace This exquisite piece features intricately crafted floral motifs adorned with pink gemstones and sparklin...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$6,548Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Pink Stone Diamond Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Contemporary Pink Stone Diamond Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace This exquisite piece features intricately crafted floral motifs adorned with pink gemstones and sparklin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 5-Stone Oval Cut Diamond Graduated Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Diamonds: 5 Oval Cut = 0.63cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Length: necklace measures approximately 18-inches in length Weight: 2.2 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Issac Nussbaum GIA Certified Natural Colored 3 Stone Drop Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning line up of super bright Diamonds beginning with a perfectly round brilliant cut diamond.48 Carat weight in super clean vvs clarity followed by .98 Carat bright yellow in vvs...
Diamond, Platinum
Necklace in 18K White Gold Multicolored Sapphires, Fine Stones and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Tutti Frutti necklace in 18 kt white gold, diamonds, fine stones and quartz pearls.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphi...
5.24tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Cushion Cut & Diamond Three Stone Gold Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Command attention with this captivating Curb Chain Solid Gold 5.24 TCW Dark Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Necklace — a modern classic infused with timeless allure.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Gold & Platinum Black Stone w/ Diamond Elongated Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Black Stones - Navette Marquise Cut - Calibre Cut - Milgarin Bezel Set - Black Color - 3.5x1.4mm to 4.1x1.5mm (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Gems Are Forever Three-Stone Dangling Diamond Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
This sweet and fun Y-shaped necklace features three round brilliant cut diamonds set in bezel setting, dangling on 14K yellow gold simple chain. The diamonds weigh 0.50 carat total w...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Necklace Diamond Encrusted Pendant, Center Stone with Gold Frog. 18KT Gold
Located in Manhasset, NY
Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamond Encrusted Pendant. Center Stone With Gold Frog. 18Kt.
Diamond
14K Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Floral Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A timeless design with an elegant twist, this 14k yellow gold pendant features a floral design that will complement any outfit in your closet. Seven natural round-cut diamonds sparkl...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Emerald and Opal Beads 18K Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A beautiful, art-deco looking 27.87 carat carved Zambian Emerald adorned with 2.35 carats White Diamonds a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.00 Carat Ruby 6.15 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Gems Stone Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 8.00 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby 6.15 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Gems Stone Necklace Style: Gems Stone Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 6.15 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Drop Necklace, 14kt White Gold
Located in Manhasset, NY
Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Drop Necklace, 14kt White Gold, having a very fine herringbone box chain.
White Gold
Roberto Coin 15.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18K Gold Gems Stone Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Roberto Coin Title: Roberto Coin 15.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gems Stone Necklace Style: Gems Stone Metal: 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gems...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver 1/5 Cttw White and Blue Diamond 6 Stone Bar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The sleek bar design is beautifully adorned with a constellation of six natural diamonds, where the allure of treated blue diamonds intertwines with the classic sparkle of white diam...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
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.