14k Two-Tone Gold Cross Pendant with 1.00ct Square-Cut Diamonds, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 14k two-tone gold cross pendant is a stunning expression of faith and elegance. Expertly crafted, it features a sophisticated blend of yellow and white gold, enhancing...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$1,464Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Cut Diamonds Two Color Pendant Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:1.35g, Silver:5.286g Diamond:0.97ct Size: 39X24 MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise/Green Enamel Diamonds 2.02ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped two colored pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, turquoise and dark green vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 2.02 ct, G VS, measurements app. 11.8 mm x 13.0 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels 0.88ct Round and Marquise-Cut Diamond Two Butterfly Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Two Butterfly Pendant, rhodium plated 18K white gold, round and marquise-cut diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.40tcw Natural Round Diamond Statement Two Toned Medallion Brushed Gold 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
*Chain sold separately. Setting Style: Pave/Halo Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 10.6 Grams Main Stone: Diamond Weight: 0.40-Carats (Total) Cut: Brilliant Round C...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spanish Colonial Mexico 1734 Two Reales Coin Diamond Sterling 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver 2 Reales coin minted in the Spanish colony of Mexico in 1734 depicts the "Pillars and Globe" symbolizing Spanish power and dominion. The two columns represent th...
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.80 Carat Fancy Brown Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Two-Stone Pendant
Located in London, GB
Beautiful pendant featuring a fancy brown round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.80ct in a four claw, open back setting. The diamond is wonderfully accompanied by a white round brill...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Love Birds Two-Stone Slide Pendant - 14k Oval 2.03ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 2.00ctw Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 ...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,016Sale Price|20% Off
Two Tier Sliced Watermelon Tourmaline Pendant Accented With Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.224g,D:0.21ct, Tour Melon:18.78ct, 50X18 MM
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
TJD 0.08Carat Round Diamond 14K Rose Gold Designer Two Cupid Angel Heart Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Give your little angel one of her own with this sweet diamond pendant. Made by our skillful craftsmen in 14 KT Rose Gold and studded with 41 round diamond set in prong and pave setti...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Orange Garnet and Diamond Two Toned Pendant and Chain in 14k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Total Weight: 3.1 Grams Chain Length: 18" Diamond Count: 4 brilliant cut Diamond Clarity: H-I Diamond Color: VS ...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Tone Round Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant all handmade solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This stunning pendant is microscopically decorated - and has granulation work all the way around with gold beads ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
TJD 0.33 Carat Round Diamond 14Kt White Gold Two Floral Designer Fashion Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Truly exquisite, this diamond floral pendant set is sure to be admired for the inherent classic beauty and elegance within its design which embedded with 36 round diamond set in pron...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price|25% Off
Darling Phantom Gemini XL: Ruby & Diamond Two-Faced Ghost Pearl 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Meet your new spectral companion—the Darling Phantom XL Gemini, an extra large captivating masterpiece that embodies the art of transformation. This extraordinary pendant showcases a...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold...
Oval Amethyst and Princess Cut Diamond Pendant in 14K Two Tone Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One Nelson Coleman Jewelers original design, 14 karat yellow gold pendant, set with one 16x12mm oval light purple amethyst and four princess cut diamonds, approximately .45 carat tot...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Mezuzah Pendant #21872
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Mezuzah Pendant Symbolizing tradition and faith, this elegant Mezuzah pendant is crafted in 14K yellow gold and accented with two round single cut...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.10 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Two Toned Gold Crescent Moon Angel Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
She would be all smile when you present her this diamond crescent moon angel pendant. Accentuated with 18 round diamonds in prong setting and crafted by our skillful craftsmen in 14 ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
TJD 0.05 Carat Round Diamond 14KT Two-Tone Gold Designer Tree of Life Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A flawless fusion of round diamonds and rose gold that’ll make people stop and stare. Made by our inhouse experts in 14 KT two-toned gold and studded with 26 round diamond set in pav...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
TJD 1/10Carat Nat Pink Rosé & White Diamond Two Tone Gold Designer Heart Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This pendant dazzles with a 32 round and 9 pink diamonds set in channel and prong setting, this 18KT two tone gold heart pendant is a lovely way to take her by surprise. The diamonds...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Angara Natural Round Garnet and Diamond Two Stone Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: The garnet's dynamic red radiance is beautifully combined with the diamond's ethereal sparkle on this graceful two stone pendant .
Diamond, Garnet, Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald and Diamond Two-Stone Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: The emerald's splendid green radiance is beautifully combined with the diamond's ethereal sparkle on this graceful two stone pendant.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
$15,196Sale Price|24% Off
14kt Two-Tone 1.78cttw Marquis Diamond Horse Pendant Award Winning Design 22 gr
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt Two-Tone Diamond Ruby Horse Pendant Award Winning by Rock N Gold Creations. "Majestic" - This is truly a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece for a collector, someone who appreciates un...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,580Sale Price|20% Off
Two-tone White & Green Ruyi Jadeite Jade with Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This exceptional pendant showcases a masterfully carved two-tone jadeite featuring the auspicious 貔貅如意 (Pixiu Ruyi) motif, where vibrant emerald green transitions beautifully into tr...
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous 2.80ct Natural Diamond 14k Two-Tone Gold Tennis Paper Clip Style Neckla
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 2.80Ct Natural Diamond 14k Solid Two-Tone Gold Tennis Paper Clip Style Necklace Amazing looking piece!
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$279,300Sale Price|30% Off
GIA Certified 79.50 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Yellow & White Diamond in Two-Tone
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent collar necklace, showcasing mixed-cuts of fancy intense yellow and white diamonds. Fancy intense yellow pear shape diamonds weigh a total of 37.62 carats with VS-SI cla...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Heart Locket Pendant - 14k Round Cut Love Two Frames
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): one small Cut: Round Brilliant Style: Locket Theme: Cross Heart, Love Features: Etched ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Diamond Slice with Pavé Two-Tone Gold Butterfly Pendant and Brooch
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Black Rhodium Diamond Slices: 3.37ct total weight
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Diamond Two-Tone Multi-Row Beaded Choker in 18K Rose Gold & White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Two-Tone Multi-Row Beaded Choker in 18K Rose Gold & White Gold 8.82 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 46.9 Grams of 18K Rose Gold & White Gold No two products are e...
Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Pave Round Diamond Paperclip Link Neckla
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k white and yellow gold Diamonds: Round Cut = 4.43cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Length: 18.0” Weight: 21.5 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue/Yellow Enamel Diamonds 2.02 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped two colored pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, dark blue, yellow vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 2.02 ct, G VS, measurements app. 11.8 mm x 13.0 mm About...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Dazzling 2.17ct South Sea Pearl and Diamonds Pendant in 18K Two-Toned Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elevate your elegance with this luminous pendant, meticulously crafted from luxurious 18K two-toned gold. Featuring a magnificent South Sea pearl, measuring 14.35MM in diameter, with...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2.40 Carat Diamonds Cluster Pave Pendant, Two-Toned Rope Twist and 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
2.40ct. Diamonds, French Pave set pendant. Excellent rope twist deco on side and sparkle Diamonds: G-color Vs-2 clarity. 14kt. white and yellow gold. 16.0 grams overall pendant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Two Row Fashion Cross Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Experience dazzling diamonds with this magnificent studded cross pendant that’s sure to steal all the attention. The cross diamond pendant is crafted from 14-karat White gold feature...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Heart Charm Pendant with MOM Center
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Two Tone Gold And Diamond Heart Charm Pendant With MOM Center 0.60 TDW. 2.83 grams total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Dark/Light Blue Enamel Diamonds 2.02ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped two colored pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, dark blue and light blue vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 2.02 ct, G VS, measurements app. 11.8 mm x 13.0 mm...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Alternating Round Diamond and Pink Sapphire Cross Pendant Two Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant cross pendant is crafted in 18 karat yellow and white gold, blending classic beauty with refined sparkle. The pendant is designed with alternating natural pink sapphires...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.60 Carat Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful opal Pendant is crafted in 14-karat Rose and white gold and features a 1.60 carat Ethiopian Opal & 93 Round Diamonds in GH- I1 quality with 0.25 ct. in a prong-setting...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Jewelry Set, 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Jewelry Earring Pendant Set
By LUCEE DAIMONDS
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This elegant set features women's diamond necklace and earrings that are sure to make any bride feel like royalty on her special day.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yianni Creations Blue Topaz Diamond Fine Silver 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations Midas Collection 100% Handmade Artisan Pendant from Fine Silver with a 24 Karat Yellow Gold layover features 2.50 Carat Oval Cut London Blue Topaz accompanied by 0.0...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Y...
Vintage Retro 18K Two Tone Gold Diamond and Pearl Leaf Pin and Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 18K Two Tone Gold Diamond and Pearl Leaf Pin and Pendant. This gorgeous Vintage Retro diamond and pearl pin and pendant is crafted in 18k yellow and white gol...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Locket Pendant - Polished 18k Yellow Gold - 6 Diamonds 0.09 ct - Two Pics
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished heart-shaped locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Hallmark collection, 6 Diamonds, total 0.09 ct, H VS, brilliant cut, diameter app. 22.0 mm About the ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Stunning 10K-925 Two-Tone Gold Oval-Cut Brazilian Citrine Pendant with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your style with this exquisite two-tone gold pendant featuring a striking oval-cut Brazilian citrine, weighing 2.51 carats. This elegant piece is beautifully crafted from...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Silver
Merrin Marriage Two Hearts for Life 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Love Charm Pendant
By Merrin
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold love charm pendant depicting a pair of hearts, one textured, the other smooth, linked by a wedding band set with three diamonds. The hearts are on a poli...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00ct Violet Blue Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant in Two-Tone 9K Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Centering an Oval Natural Tanzanite of distinctive intense violet colour & excellent clarity set within 4 claws in complimenting yellow gold Tanzanite is measuring 7mm x 5.5mm &...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Two Sided Pendant 18k White Gold Silver Fondant Blue Enamel 34 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round two sided pendant, Candy Collection, 18k white gold, silver fondant guilloche and blue vitreous enamel, 34 diamonds, total 0,46 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, diameter a...
Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
TJD 0.50 Ct Nat Pink Rosé & White Diamond 18K Two-Tone Gold Horse Shoe Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Embrace yourself with this breath-taking diamond studded pendant that is ready to make you shine. The pendant is crafted from 18-karat gold and features Round Brilliant 19 white and ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2.32 Carats Total Round Diamond Star Pendant in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bright and beautiful star pendant embellished with shimmering natural diamonds. The warm yellow gold setting adds a nice touch of contrast while the white gold really enhances the wh...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Two Colored Heart Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Green/Yellow Enamel 2 Diamonds 2.02 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped two colored pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, olive green and yellow vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 2.02 ct, G VS, measurements app. 11.8 mm x 13.0 mm ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14K Two-Tone Art Deco Butterfly Pendant with Emerald Eyes & Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant two-tone butterfly pendant is crafted in 14K white gold and adorned with vibrant gemstones. The butterfly’s eyes feature two Green emeralds, adding a soft yet striking a...
Emerald
Cabochon Gray Opal and Diamond Halo Pendant Enhancer in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking enhancer pendant showcases a luminous oval-shaped gray opal cabochon set in a combination of 14 karat yellow and white gold. The opal’s translucent body reveals a vibra...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,077Sale Price|20% Off
106 ct Uneven Shaped Rough Diamond Necklace Made In 18K Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Wear this subtle looking rough diamond two row necklace in 18K Yellow Gold and look gorgeously unique.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.59tcw 14K White Gold Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Semi-Circle Cluster Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our Two-Toned Gold and Diamond Accent Necklace, a true embodiment of artistic elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Mother Of Pearl and Diamond Two Butterfly Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Mother Of Pearl and Diamond Two Butterfly Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z155674 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Mother Of Pearl and D...
Rose Gold
$6,240Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Gold Elephant Pendant Necklace with 4.35 Ct Emerald & 2.39 Ct Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 14K yellow gold necklace features two diamond-studded elephant heads with emerald eyes, symbolizing strength and beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Two-Toned Gold Motorcycle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and white gold with two small Round brilliant cut Diamonds. Circa 1980s 1 1/5 x 1 7/8 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 12 Carat Green Peridot with Multi Cut Diamonds in 18K Two Tone Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage pendant, with an oval cut green peridot center stone, this pendant is paired with diamond side stones. Secured through channel setting, these baguette and round cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.30 Carat Natural Diamond Tow Boys Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold G SI
Located in New York, NY
0.30 Carat Natural Diamond Two Boys Necklace Pendant 14K White Gold G SI 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace with 18 inches chain 0.30CTW G-H S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.