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
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
Two Tone Gold Diamond Heart Pendant with Satin Finish
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Matte Finish Heart Pendant Featuring 15 Channel and Flush Set Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of VS Clarity and G/H Color. 1 Inch Length. Finished Weight ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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
Lucky Stars Diamond Two-Tone Necklace in 18k White & Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Lucky Stars Diamond Two-Tone Necklace, a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exudes luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Diamond Two Row Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 18-inch, the 925 Sterling Silver box chain is secured with a spring-ring clasp. Product features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: Total 110 Diamonds I...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
14KT Two-Tone Gold Diamonds by the Yard Paperclip Link Necklace – 1.50CTW
Located in New York, NY
This modern Diamonds by the Yard necklace is crafted in 14KT two-tone gold and features a stylish paperclip link design accented with bezel set round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Mother Of Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Mother Of Pearl Two Butterfly Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Tiger’s Eye Diamond Two-Tone 18k Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Crafted in 18k two-tone gold and weighing 67.8 grams, this necklace combines tiger’s eye, diamonds, textured gold and elongated proportions in a distinctly Italian 1970s modernist st...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
23 Carat Extra Clean Natural Diamond Two Strand Riviera Tennis Platinum Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
High Jewelry Extreamlly well made with Two-Strand Graduated Diamond Tennis Necklace in Platinum A radiant display of elegance and craftsmanship, this Riviera necklace is meticulou...
Diamond, Platinum
$844Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Fish Necklace Ocean Dolphin Charm Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Fish Charm Necklace with natural diamond set in 18k solid gold available in three colors, (White and Rose Gold), (White and Yellow Gold), (Pure White Gold) Lightweig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$732Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Fish Necklace Ocean Dolphin Charm Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Fish Charm Necklace with natural diamond set in 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold. (White and Rose Gold), (White and Yellow Gold), (Pure White Gold) L...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Two-Tone Omega Necklace 18" Reversible Italy Pave Diamond Slide 1.55ctw
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
14K Two-Tone Omega Necklace 18" Rancangelo Italy, Pave Diamond Slide 1.55ctw, Reversible Description: Crafted in 14-karat two-tone gold, this flexible omega necklace is fitted with ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 20.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Link Necklace Style: Link Metal: 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gemstone 1: 20 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 265 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tahitian & South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K White Gold Two Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: This exquisite two-drop pendant necklace blends timeless elegance with modern luxury.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 18K Two Tone 5.97 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Flower Necklace - 16.5 inches
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking diamond flower necklace is a timeless statement of elegance and femininity. The luminous rose cut diamonds catch the light with a soft, ethereal sparkle, while the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1/2 Carat Yellow Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Necklace is crafted in 18-karat Two Tone gold and features a cushion cut Yellow Diamond 1/2 Carat, surrounded by 17 Yellow Diamonds 0.14 Carat & 28 Round Diamonds 0.21...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies 14K Yellow Gold 1.48ct Two Tone Yellow White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: 18.00 inches Necklace Weight: 3.18 grams Pendant Length: 25.60mm Pendant Width: 5.25mm Weight: 3.18 grams Lady's 14...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Two Tone Diamond, Mother of Pearl and Yellow Sapphire Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A romantic, statement making piece. 14K Two Tone Diamond, Mother of Pearl and Yellow Sapphire Heart Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent wit...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold
Diana M. Custom 1.02 Cts. Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Two Tone Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18kt two tone byzantine diamond pendant featuring 1.02 cts of round diamonds
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/25 Carat Diamond Accent Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
With a swirl of sparkling diamonds at the center, this graceful yellow gold cross pendant is a beautiful way to express your faith every day. This pendant dangles from an 18'' long b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.17 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Teddy Bear Charm Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully crafted teddy bear charm in solid 18k yellow and White Gold with diamond accents. Articulated arms and legs. This enchanting piece captures the essence of whimsy with its...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yessayan Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.91 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 41.7 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Ref. 167550 Length: 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yessayan Cuban Link Diamond Two-Tone 2 to 1 Chain Necklace
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.59 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 57.8 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold Ref. 167549 Length: 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
EGL Certified .74 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful and simple, EGL Certified .74 carat round brilliant cut diamond solitaire pendant necklace with a yellow gold bezel and white gold chain. EGL has certified this as I-J, nea...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.00 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Pave Set Slide Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond pendant necklace. 51 round pave diamond cluster domed over pendant. 18k white and yellow gold. 16 inch white gold chain. 51 round brilliant cut diamonds, G VS approx. 2.00...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Two-Toned Gold 1/10 Cttw Diamond Swirl Heart Accent Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The total diamond weight of this necklace is 1/10 cttw.
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Antique Old Mine Diamond & Onyx 14K Two Tone Gold Filigree Pendant Necklace 21"
By Unbranded
Located in Addison, TX
Pendant Shape: Oval Number of Diamonds: 1 Main Stone Creation: Natural Color: Yellow Material: Metal Metal: Yellow Gold Necklace Length: 21 in Main Stone: Onyx Setting Style: Prong D...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Tone Pear Cut 30.33ct Diamond Wedding Chain Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SEN-52941 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 28.77 gm 14k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 22.71 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 30.33 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Chain Length :- 16 Inches ...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Two-Tone Cuban Diamond Link Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two-Tone Cuban Diamond Link Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose & White Gold 0.70 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 9.8 Grams of 18K Rose & White Gold No two products are exactly ...
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
$56,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Shape 26.50Ct Natural Diamond Two-Tier Bridal Necklace 14Kt White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Shape 26.50Ct Natural Diamond Two-Tier Bridal Necklace 14Kt White Gold This stunning necklace features two layers of intricately set diamond-like stones, each linked seamlessl...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$70,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Shape 26.50Ct Natural Diamond Two-Tier Bridal Necklace 18Kt White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Shape 26.50Ct Natural Diamond Two-Tier Bridal Necklace 18Kt White Gold This stunning necklace features two layers of intricately set diamond-like stones, each linked seamlessl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Two Tone Necklace with Pavé and Bezel Set Diamonds 16.97 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow and white gold necklace with 97 round brilliant cut pavé and bezel set diamonds totaling 16.97 carats. Diamonds are G/H color, VS2/SI1 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Diamond Two Tone Flower Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond Two-Tone Flower Pendant Necklace crafted in 18K yellow and white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two Tone Pear Cut 30.33ct Diamond Wedding Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Details Item Code :- SEN-52941 Gross Wt. :- 34.46 gm 18k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 28.39 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 30.33 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Chain Length :- 16 Inches Long F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18/14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Heart "Y" Necklace #22224
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18/14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Heart Necklace- Elegant and romantic, this Y-style necklace showcases a beautiful blend of warm and cool tones with sparkling detail.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Luca Carati Two-Tone 18K Gold and Diamond Rope Necklace, 1980s–1990s
By Luca Carati
Located in Miami, FL
The front section is elevated by pavé-set diamond bands, totaling approximately 5.5 carats, adding luminous contrast and rhythm to the bold two-tone palette.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,974Sale Price|25% Off
18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Decorated Two Face Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.30 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Plea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Sapphire Diamond De Papillon Two Butterfly Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
Description: An elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Papillon Butterfly pendant, exquisitely crafted in solid 18K rose gold. This refined piece features a graceful butterfly motif adorned ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Two Circle Spiral Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two Circle Spiral Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K gold studded with round cut diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Simon G 18K Two Tone Gold 3 Station Necklace, 0.51ct Diamonds, Adjustable Length
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Simon G. LN4051-Y 18K yellow and white gold necklace with 39 round diamonds weighing 0.51 carat total. Necklace length is 18 inches and can be worn shorter by fastening the lock on ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Tone Polished 18 Karat Gold Chunky Link Choker Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elegant and richly detailed, this necklace features a sculptural design crafted in a luxurious combination of 18 karat white and yellow gold. The alternating gold tones create a dyna...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/5 Carat Diamond Radiant Ribbon Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Timeless yellow gold cascades around a swirl of diamond-embellished white gold to create a sparkling spiral shape connected by a single round stone at the bottom. With style and eleg...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.88 Ct Diamond 14K Two-Tone Gold Illusion Set Starburst Link Statement Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
Diamond Starburst Link Necklace in 14K Two-Tone Gold Details:- Item Code :- NEMJOS-324 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weight - 0.88 Carat Gross Weight - 26.124 Grams Net ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.10 Carat Total Diamonds Two-Tone Graduating Twisted Cable Necklace 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.10 Carat Total Diamonds Two-Tone Graduating Twisted Cable Necklace 14k Very elegant necklace for any occasions features 9 diamonds totaling 0.10 carat in weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond Spiral Link Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Swirls of white and yellow gold are linked together, creating an eye-catching contrast for this unique pendant necklace. A sprinkling of diamonds line the outer layer, while a single...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Allison Kaufman 14K Two Tone Gold Pear Shape Diamond Pendant Link Chain Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Allison Kaufman 14K yellow and white gold pear shaped pendant necklace with round natural diamonds weighing 0.32 carat total. Diamonds are G color, SI3 clarity. Necklace length i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Two-Tone Gold Double-Row Diamond 20th Anniversary Spring Necklace
Located in Guangzhou, CN
B.zero1 pendant necklace by Bulgari, a signature design inspired by the Roman Colosseum.
18k Gold
Chinese 14k Gold, Diamond, and Two-Colored Carved Jade Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese gold, diamond, and carved jade pendant. In 14 karat gold. With a two-toned carved jade drop and round white diamond. In the form of a long piece of jade wit...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
14k Two Tone White and Rose Gold 13.03ctw Diamond Pave Cuban Chain Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Two Tone White and Rose Gold 13.03ctw Diamond Pave Cuban Chain Necklace This stunning Two Tone Cuban Chain is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Contemporary 1.30 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as three strands of cable link chain suspending a tiered drop pendant Depicting three graduated yellow gold circles each centering white gold hearts With round brilliant cut...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.75 Carat G VS1 Diamond Two-Tone 18K Gold Textured Link Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: This exquisite vintage two-tone link necklace features 4.75 carats of sparkling G VS1 round brilliant diamonds artfully set in alternating gold elements.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gorgeous 18k Two Tone Gold 9ctw Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Chandelier Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- 141 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS1/VS2 - Few SI1 Clarity - Light Yellow & Fancy Yellow and F/G Color - 2.75-3.0ctw approx. 24 Natural ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
12.02Ct Mixed Cut Two Row Fine Diamond Graduated Bridal Necklace 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
12.02Ct Mixed Cut Two Row Fine Diamond Graduated Bridal Necklace 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Two-Tone Gold 1.00 Cttw Round Cut Diamond Double Burst Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Classic meets contemporary for a chic contrast! This eye-catching pendant flaunts an outer burst of white gold, which sparkles with one carat of round diamonds. An inner burst of yel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold
10K Two-Tone Gold 1/25 Carat Diamond Accent Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
With a swirl of sparkling diamonds at the center, this graceful yellow gold cross pendant is a beautiful way to express your faith every day. This pendant dangles from an 18'' long b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.