Pave Diamond Necklace 14K Two Tone Gold 0.75ctw GH I 16in
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This stunning Pave Diamond Necklace in 14kt gold features approximately 0.75ctw of natural GH color, I clarity round diamonds, set in a two-tone design for added elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold
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
18K Two Tone Diamond and Emerald Teardrop Floral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful balance of color and texture, perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions. 18K Two Tone Diamond and Emerald Teardrop Floral Pendant Necklace Condition: In good ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI White Diamond Two-Tone Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White and Yellow Gold. White Diamond: 1.97ct total weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Diamond 2-tone Gold Drop Pendant Necklace. Hand set with Diamonds approx. 1.55tcw. Hand crafted 14K and 18K White and Yellow Gold mounting. Suspended from a 2-tone link Gol...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Diamond Set Of Two Yellow Gold Link Bracelets Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Set of Two Link Bracelets or a Necklace by Bulgari.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Two-tone Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace w/ Rope Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k two-tone Diamonds: 1 pear cut = 3.41cttw Color: N Clarity: I2 Diamonds: 20 round cut = 1.00cttw Dimensions: necklace measures approximately 18-inches i...
Diamond, 14k Gold
650.00 Carat Lime Citrine and Peridot Gold Two Strand Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Regal Two Strand Necklace The necklace is 18K Yellow Gold There are 650.00 Carats in Lime Citrine And Peridot The necklace measures 17.5" on the inner strand. The necklace weigh...
Citrine, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.05 Carat Diamond Coral Pendant Necklace in Two-Tone Gold
Located in New York, NY
It is accented by five bezel-set diamonds with a total weight of 0.05 carats. Finely made in 18k two-tone gold.
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Two Tone .55 carat White and Brown Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful worn on its own or layered with other necklaces, it’s a piece you can wear from daytime into dinner or a night out. 18k Two Tone .55 carat White and Brown Diamond Pendant ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lion Head Diamond Ruby 18K Two-Tone Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This striking estate lion head choker necklace is crafted in 18K yellow and white gold. The sculptural lion head is richly detailed with fine engraving and features 10 brilliant roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
.85 Carat Yellow White Diamond Two-Tone Gold Drop Slide Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience elegance with our .85 Carat yellow and white diamond two-tone gold drop slide necklace, a masterpiece that harmonizes classic beauty with modern allure.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Two-Tone 18k Yellow Gold and Rose Gold with Diamonds Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this two-tone 18k gold diamond collar necklace, designed as a bold polished gold choker accented by three diamond-set panels.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Two Toned .12 CTW Diamond "LOVE" Drop Pendant Necklace
By Meira T
Located in Stuart, FL
14k two toned .12 CTW diamond "LOVE" drop pendant necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Zeghani ZP954 Two Tone 14K Gold Interlocking Circle Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Zeghani ZP954 14K white and yellow gold necklace with diamonds 0.16 carats. Necklace can be worn at 18 inches or 20 inches, by fastening the lock on two separate loops that are 2 in...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Two-Tone Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond Box Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hanging from a delicate box chain necklace is a 14k two toned gold pendant. A classic feminine piece to show off, this necklace will complement all sorts of outfits.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Necklace 18K White Rose Gold 750 Two Tone
Located in New York, NY
Two Tone Diamond Earring Metal Type: 18K 750 White & Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 9.21 Grams 1: Natural Diamonds Weight: 2 Ct No of Diamonds: 104 Pcs Clarity Grade: VVS-VS Color Gra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Lapaix Mined Two Strand Briolette Diamond Pendant Necklace 1.60ct 14K Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Lapaix Mined Two Strand Briolette Diamond Pendant Necklace 1.60ct 14K Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Chocolate Briolette and Yellow Briolette Diamond Totaling 1.60ct Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Diamond White Gold Two Row Swirl Link Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond swirl link necklace. 14 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 1.00ct. 18k white gold two row style necklace. 15.75 inches 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, G VS2 approx. 1.00...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Two-Tone Gold 3.00ctw Pear, Round & Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Two-Tone Gold 3.00ctw Pear, Round & Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace Style: Diamond Pendant Necklace Material: 14k Two-Tone Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 3.00ctw of n...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$87,500Sale Price / item|20% Off
Two-Tone Natural Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow & White Gold Pear Cut Diamonds
Located in Diera, AE
Celebrate exceptional craftsmanship and timeless beauty with this luxurious natural diamond necklace crafted in elegant 18K yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier LOVE Two Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier LOVE Pendant necklace crafted in 18 karat rose gold, featuring the iconic LOVE collection design accented with two round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.03 ca...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Meira T 14K Two Tone Pink Tourmaline & 0.76 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Meira T
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Meira T. 14K two tone gold pendant necklace with natural diamonds weighing 0.76 carat total.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$826Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Ocean Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in two colors (White Gold + Rose Gold), (White Gold + Yellow Gold) Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$719Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Ocean Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in two colors (White Gold + Rose Gold), (White Gold + Yellow Gold).
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Turquoise Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pink Sapphire Two Butterfly Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Marco Bicego 18k Two-Tone Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace, .50ct
By Marco Bicego
Located in Stamford, CT
Marco Bicego 18k yellow and white gold diamond circle pendant from the Jaipur collection. 18k gold rings in three sizes interlink and form and elegant pendant that floats on an 18k y...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace Mom Heart .25ct Two Tone Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace Mom Heart .25ct Two Tone Gold Beautiful Mom Heart Diamond Pendant 10K Two Tone Gold 100% Natural Diamonds .25 Carat Diamond Weight Classic Desi...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,905Sale Price|20% Off
Two Carats Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Juniper contemporary pendant necklace (7 cm) is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features a certified cushion cut yellow diamond (SI, Y-Z, 2.02 carats in total). The collect...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two Tone White and Yellow Diamond Butterfly and Flower Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet striking, this enchanting butterfly and flower necklace captures the beauty of nature. The circular honeycomb inspired pendant is adorned with a yellow diamond butterfly...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Two Sterling 18kYellow Gold Diamond Textured Link Necklace #19951
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka TWO 18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Diamond Textured Link Necklace - This stunning 18K & sterling silver necklace features a oval textured link with a pave diamond he...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
.93 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Domed Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond pendant necklace. 61 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds in a 14k white gold domed cluster formation. The back of the pendant is 18k yellow gold 16 inch link chain. 61 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Spiral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A swirl of white and yellow gold creates a stunning spiral effect, making this pendant a true standout. With a scattering of diamonds throughout and one larger round cut diamond crad...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold 4 Carat Diamond Two Row Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our breathtaking "Eternal Radiance" 10K Yellow Gold 4.0 Cttw Diamond Two Row Cross Pendant Necklace! This exquisite piece is not only a symbol of unwavering faith but als...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in 18k Two-Tone Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in 18k Two-Tone Gold A vibrant and elegant ladies’ necklace crafted in 18K two-tone gold, showcasing an exceptional combination of natural ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Emerald and Diamond 18K Gold Two Piece Halo Moving Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Moving Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.83 grams Pendant Size: 32.5 x 25mm (including bail) Design: Two Piece Moving Mechani...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two-Row Diamond Riviera Necklace, 37.41 cts in Platinum
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 37.41 cts. total Color/Clarity: Certifications: None Size: approximately 16.5" Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels Metal: Platinum Weight: 69.30 grams Period: Mid-century ...
Diamond, Platinum
10k Two-Toned Gold 1/6 Carat Diamond Spiral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This ring has a chic appeal that will make you stand out from the crowd. It features a wide outer ring, which is elegantly surrounded by the cascade of spirals inside. The classic pe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Meira T N13446 14K Two Tone Paperclip Necklace with Diamonds Adjustable Length
By Meira T
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Necklace is adjustable with two extra loops and can be worn at 16, 17 or 18 inches long.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
80.55 Carat Fancy Yellow & White Radiant Cut Diamond Two-Tone Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: This exceptional 80.55 carat Riviera necklace showcases an extraordinary display of Fancy Yellow and white radiant-cut diamonds, meticulously set in an elegant two-tone 18K ye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
0.35 Carat Gold Heart Diamond Necklace Two Heart Pendant, Anniversary Gift
Located in Jupiter, FL
Simply elegant, two heart-shaped pendant contains round diamonds that are set in a pave setting and cast in 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zeghani 14K Two Toned Lariat Teardrop Necklace w/ .23 CTW Diamonds
Located in Stuart, FL
Zeghani 14k two tones lariat teardrop necklace with .23 CTW diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein Cord 18K Two Tone Diamond Flower Drop Dangle Tassel Necklace
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in New York, NY
Kieselstein Cord 18K Two-Tone Diamond Flower Drop Dangle Tassel Necklace.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly 18K Gold 0.88ct Diamond Necklace VC04-031626
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
An elegant, airy design makes this Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly necklace instantly captivating. Covered in Diamonds totaling 0.88 carats, this exquisite accessory features an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly 18K Gold 0.88ct Diamond Necklace VC03-031626
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Delicate and instantly enchanting, this Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly necklace features an asymmetrical design meant to capture the movement of butterflies in flight.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two Strand Jade & Onyx Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Two Strand Jade & Onyx Bead Necklace A necklace consisting of a 14 karat white gold clasp, set with 16 round cut diamonds and a carved jade stone, connecting two strands of alternat...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certain to bring a smile on her face, this ribbon-shaped pendant features a heart accent in the center. The ribbon framing is crafted of 10 karats yellow gold, and the heart accent i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Cascade Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Spirals of 10K white and yellow gold cascade down to create a stunning spiral effect. With brilliant round diamonds adding lots of sparkle, this is one style she needs to have in her...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Crivelli 18K Two-Tone Gold Brown Topaz Diamond Elf Pendant Necklace
By Crivelli
Located in New York, NY
Evoke the enchantment of elven realms with this charming necklace crafted by Crivelli in Italy. Adorned with intricate details, the centerpiece is a delightful elf pendant, exquisite...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
14 Karat Two Tone Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K Two tone gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.51cttw Color: G Clarity: VS-SI1 Multi-Gemstone: 20 marquise cut = 9.10cttw Dimensions: necklace measure...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.10 Carat Natural Round Diamond 14KT Two Tone Fashion Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Raise the fashion bar with this stunning diamond pendant. This timeless design created in 14kt two tone gold, this circle pendant features 47 single cut diamonds in prong settings.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Lighting Bolt and Cloud Pendant Necklace in Two Tone Gold
By Louis XV Jewelers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This lightning bolt and cloud pendant is such a fun pendant to wear, and is filled with the right amount of sparkle! Made in 14k yellow gold and 14k white gold with .05 carats of dia...
Diamond, Gold
18K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Accent & Blue Topaz & Quartz Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate any occasion with the beauty and allure of natural gemstones! This lovely pendant necklace is crafted from genuine 18k rose and white gold, a metal that will stay tarnish-f...
Quartz, Blue Topaz, Topaz, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold...
18k Two-Tone Gold Natural Diamond Textured Oval Link Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Two Tone Gold Natural Diamond Textured Oval Link Necklace Product: Diamond Pave Oval Link Necklace Material: 18k Yellow & White Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.5...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.03 Carat Yellow Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful cushion cut Yellow Diamond Pendant features a 1.03 carat cushion cut Yellow Diamond SI quality, surrounded by 20 Yellow diamonds 0.11 total carat weight SI quality and...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.57tcw Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Accent Two Toned 18" Necklace 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Take a look at this stunning emerald and diamond necklace. The natural, Zambian emerald carries a full 9.67-carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Diamond Circle Floral Design 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Modern Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This elegant diamond circle floral design pendant necklace is crafted in luxurious 18 karat two tone gold, featuring a round openwork motif inspired by floral detailing.
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.