Three Row Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Accent Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The perfect balance of modern charm and vintage sophistication, this ring is ideal for those who appreciate both tradition and style. Ring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,800
Antique Butterfly Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Remark: “A joyous reminder of springtime to wear year-round. ” SIZE: 1 3/8 inches wide by 1 1/8 inches high WEIGHT: 8.0 grams STONES: Rose-cut diamonds, sapphires, rub...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Exceptional Antique Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Stick Pin Collection Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Both playful and sophisticated, it serves as a wearable archive of antique jewelry styles and craftsmanship. Weight: 52.0 Grams Stone: Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Jade, Citrine,...
Citrine, Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 10k Gold...
Platinum Art Deco Egyptian Revival Gemset Pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
A decorative platinum pendant in the Art Deco Egyptian Revival taste, set with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds and yellow sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Pearl and Brushed Gold Necklace and Earring Suite, Bridal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The Antique Pearl and Brushed Gold Necklace & Earring Suite is made of 18 Karat Gold and features a center pendant that is large and intricately designed with tiny stone work of Diam...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Limited Edition Fabergé Egg by Victor Mayer – No. 3 of 25
Located in Braintree, GB
Details: Maker: Victor Mayer for Faberge Edition: N. 3 of 25 Material: 18kt yellow gold Weight: 360.1 grams Height: 10 cm Diameter: 8 cm Base: Carved green malachite Stones: White di...
Gold, Enamel
$4,960 / item
Pear Shaped Evil Eye 14K Gold Ain Hara Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Metal Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : White Diamonds & Red Rubies Gold Weight : 11.58gm Dimen...
Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Emerald Link 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Tennis Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold, White Gold Stone Type : DIAMONDS DIAMONDS, RUBY DIAMONDS, BLUE SAPPHIRE F...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cut 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Emerald Line Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Metal Color : Yellow Gold Stone : EMERALD, BAGUETTE DIAMONDS BAGUETTE DIAMONDS, RUBY Weight : 13.3...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ocean Glint 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Multi Row Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : DIAMONDS, BLUE SAPPHIRE DIAMONDS, RUBY Blue Sapphire Weight :...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden Bliss 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Gemstone Huggies Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earrings Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold, White Gold Stone Type : DIAMONDS, RUBY Weight : 5.55GR Diamond Counts : 4...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oval Centerpiece 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Beaded Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bracelet Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Metal Color : Yellow Gold, White Gold Stone : BLUE SAPPHIRE, DIAMONDS, RUBY, DIAMONDS, TSAVORITE, ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Jadeite Jade Ring, Platinum. Midcentury, Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
The solid platinum band is unadorned with engravings, design elements or complimentary stones like rubies or diamonds. This ring is all about the jadeite; it is all about the spectac...
Jade, Platinum
Midnight Sapphire 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earrings Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Metal : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Metal Color : Yellow Gold Stone : BLUE SAPPHIRE,FANCY DIAMONDS RUBY,FANCY DIAMONDS, EMERALD,FANCY...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Cut Emerald Heart Motif 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning piece is perfect for those who appreciate a bold, yet refined, statement in their jewelry collection. Ring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Midnight Sapphire 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the allure of color and brilliance with the Midnight Sapphire White Stone 14K Gold Drop Earrings . Crafted in 14K yellow gold, these earrings feature a stunning mix of blue s...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Multicolor Gemstone Pave Barrel 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Gold Color : Yellow Gold Stone Type : PINK SAPPHIRE, RUBY, DIAMONDS, MULTI SAPPHIRE, TSAVORITE, FUL...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
7mm Pearl Stud & Detachable Blue Sapphire Jacket Earrings in 18K/14K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The detachable jackets are designed to surround the pearls with a halo of 20 round-cut blue sapphires (custom stones available: ruby, diamond, etc.). This allows you to transform the...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Go...
Centerpiece Champagne Cooler in Silver, Original Masterpiece Fabergé Style Italy
By Stefano Vigni
Located in Firenze, IT
While this piece stands as a perfect work of art, we offer the option to further enhance its beauty by substituting the stones with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, or other precious gems...
Silver
1980s Large Gold Plated Red Pink Clear Rhinestone Door Knocker Clip On Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Givenchy style 1980s door knocker clip on earrings made of gold plated metal with glass stones that resemble diamonds, rubies and pink tourmaline.
Gold Plate
11.35ct Bluish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Loose Gem - Merkaba Jewelry BH
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Add brilliance with accent stones like diamonds, sapphires, or rubies, or let the Tourmaline shine as the star of a minimalist design.
Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
10.36 Carat Peach Tourmaline Antique Pear Cut Loose Gemstone – Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Choose from premium materials, including platinum, 18K yellow gold, 18K rose gold, or 18K white gold, and add accent stones like diamonds, sapphires, or rubies to create a one-of-a-k...
Tourmaline, Other, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
11.23 Carat Mint Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Choose from premium materials such as platinum, 18K yellow gold, 18K rose gold, or 18K white gold, and add accent stones like diamonds, sapphires, or rubies to create a truly unique ...
Tourmaline, Other
5.56ct Unheated Ceylon Yellow Sapphire – Rare Oval Gem for Collectors
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Choose from premium materials like platinum, 18K yellow gold, 18K rose gold, or 18K white gold, and add accent stones such as diamonds, sapphires, or rubies to create a masterpiece t...
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold,...
ROYAL SILVER-GILT MOUNTED ARAB JAMBIYA DAGGER. Ornated by Gems Navratna, 1.1 Kg
Located in New York, NY
Representing the planets, moon, and sun, these stones include Ruby, Diamond, Coral, Emerald, Cat's Eye, Yellow Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl, and Blue Sapphire.
Silver
Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A magnificent three-stone ring. This ring features a central Burmese ruby of a deep crimson colour, flanked on either side by two dazzling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond three stone ring, the cushion shape faceted ruby estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, flanked by two round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 0.45 carats in total...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian three stone ruby and diamond ring, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.95 carats accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Burmese origin with no indication of heat treatm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
It features a central pigeon’s blood red cabochon cut ruby flanked by two dazzling diamonds that complement the central stone wonderfully.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.72 Carat Oval Red Ruby and Diamond Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
1.72 carat oval red ruby with pear shape diamonds .33 carats set in a platinum with 18k yellow gold ring. Ring is currently a size 7. Resizing to your finger size is included.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.76 Carat Oval Red Ruby and Diamond Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
1.76 carat oval red ruby with oval diamonds .56 carats set in a platinum with 18k yellow gold ring. Ring is currently a size 7. Resizing to your finger size is included.
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vivid Red AGL Certified 3.09 carat Ruby Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Stunning platinum & 18k ring containg a vivid red AGL certified 3.09 carat ruby and two colorless half moond cut diamonds weighing 0.78 carats. 7.90g
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
A Five Stone Ruby And Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This estate sourced ring is in very good condition for its age. A charming five stone ring featuring glimmering diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Style Five-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian style five-stone ruby and diamond ring, the ring alternately-set with three graduating old brilliant-cut diamonds and two round faceted rubies, the diamonds estimated to ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Victorian five stone Burmese ruby ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian five stone Burmese ruby ring, the three cushion-cut faceted rubies graduating from the centre with one pear-shaped ruby set on each end, the rubies estimated to weigh 3.5...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$30,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This bracelet is 7 1/2 "long and 1 1/2 " wide, there are 23 Carved Emeralds, 21 Carved Rubies, 20 Carved Sapphires 10 round Emeralds, 9 round Sapphires and small round Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k 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.
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