Jorge Adeler 18K Yellow Gold Raw Kunzite & Diamond Necklace – Luxury Jewelry
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The Jorge Adeler 18K Yellow Gold Raw Kunzite and Diamond Necklace showcases vibrant color, organic beauty, and distinctive craftsmanship. This pendant features a 23.46-carat raw kunz...
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Ruby and Diamond Bracelet 7.5" R2134
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Platinum Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in a special curved wavy design ♥ The bracelet is 7.5" in length (due to the design, this will best fit 7" or below wrists) ♥ Each ruby measures ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
15.04 Carat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This extraordinary one-of-a-kind pendant showcases a mesmerizing natural Australian Boulder Opal weighing approximately 15.04 carats, alive with vivid flashes of electric red, fiery ...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Green & Lavender Jadeite Jade Earrings with Diamond, Moonstone & Turquoise
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover the elegant beauty of these Green and Lavender Jadeite Jade Earrings, featuring exquisite GIA-certified “Fei Cui” Type A Jadeite Jade in beautifully carved floral and scroll...
Turquoise, Moonstone, Jade, Diamond
Faye Kim Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Bangle, 2.36ct, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Platinum Micro Pave Diamond Bangle Diamonds 2.36ctw Inner Diameter 2.5" Handmade in the USA
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 22.26 Carat Carved Emerald and Diamond Studs
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
V-1342 Earring "18KWG 2.70 Grams Diamond RD 86/0.46 Cts. Naturald Emerald Zambia Carving 19.3X12.3 2/22.26Cts. Gross Weight 7.11 Gms." Tag Price 19,500.00 Carved Zambian Emerald an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Mikimoto Möbius Heart Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural expression of love, infinity, and the quiet beauty of a single Tahitian pearl. This authentic Mikimoto pendant transforms the familiar heart into a fluid three-dimensio...
Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】TASAKI Peacock Tahitian Pearl Diamond & Gemstone Pendant
By TASAKI
Located in New York, NY
A sculptural expression of love, infinity, and the quiet beauty of a single Tahitian pearl. This authentic Mikimoto pendant transforms the familiar heart into a fluid three-dimensio...
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Akoya Pearl Double Strand Diamond Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Where light and motion intertwine — this double strand bracelet is a refined union of Akoya pearls and diamond accents. Each 7.5–8 mm pearl glows with pristine white luster, enhanced...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
14k Solid Gold Diamond Star Ring Star Cocktail Ring Engagement Gift Diamond Band
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Star Ring Star Cocktail Ring Engagement Gift Diamond Band Base Metal: Yellow Gold Certification: 14K Hallmarked, IGI Metal: Yellow Gold Material: 14k Solid Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$11,700 / item
Diamond 18 Karat Gold Kite Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful drop earrings are set in 3.43 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
【Crown Radiance】Baby Akoya Pearl & Diamond Cascade Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking cascade of brilliance — these earrings weave Baby Akoya pearls with radiant diamonds into a sculptural flow of light. Each pearl, luminous with aurora luster, is set w...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Wide Band Tri-Color Diamond Pave Ring 18K Gold Platinum 2ct Diamonds Statement
Located in Osprey, FL
Adorn your finger with our elegant 13mm Wide Diamond Band. Perfectly crafted with white diamonds and 18K yellow gold and platinum. This exquisite ring will leave you feeling like the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,750 / item
18k Gold Black Agate Diamond Bird Pin
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sculpted in luminous 18K gold, this large standing bird pin (15 x 35mm) is a striking blend of elegance and strength. Its body is carved from Black Agate, sourced from India, a gem...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Gold Black Agate Diamond Bird Pin
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This medium-sized 18K gold standing bird pin (15 x 33mm) is a sleek fusion of mystery and charm. Its body is carved from Black Agate, a grounding stone sourced from India, known to...
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings Diamond Baroque Pearl Platinum Earclip Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare Platinum Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings Diamond & Baroque Pearl Ear Clip Earrings featuring luminous free-form baroque pearl centers surrounded by a dazzling halo of roun...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Akoya Pearl & Diamond Garland Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Delicate 3–4.5 mm Akoya pearls are arranged like a garland, their Aurora luster glowing with pure round brilliance. The design is accented with twisted gold bands and 0.13ct of spark...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Calla Embrace Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.63 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
An elegant bloom, sculpted in light. At its heart rests a 2.63-carat natural conch pearl, glowing with a soft flamingo pink hue. Its flawless surface is wrapped in vivid flame struc...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Chrysanthemum Panther Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 10.30 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Description A rare conch pearl, held in the embrace of a diamond panther. At the heart of this extraordinary ring rests a 10.30-carat natural conch pearl, remarkable not only for i...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Eternal Bloom Conch Pearl & Diamond Earrings — 4.96ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of rarity and grace — a conch pearl of nearly five carats, glowing with a soft pink flame, rests at the heart of diamond petals. The floral design embodies eternity, wh...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Orchid Bloom Conch Pearl & Diamond Earrings — 1.56ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A rare encounter of nature’s artistry — the soft pink flame of conch pearls blossoms amid a garden of diamonds. Sculpted in the form of orchid petals, each curve reflects elegance an...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Gold Sapphire Diamond Sculptural Talaab Pond Ring by Kahana Jewels
Located in Geneve, CH
He lends his experience to Kahana by managing operations and production. Polki is an uncut, unpolished diamond, with one side flat and the other in a slightly curved shape, usually ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
【Conchéa】Sakura Flame Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Necklace — 8.5 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This elegant necklace centers on a natural 8.5ct conch pearl in a rare sakura pink hue, distinguished by its fine and clearly defined flame structure and a smooth, flawless surface. ...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Whisper Diamond Threader Earring in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Whisper Diamond Threader Earring in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 1.5 x H 142 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamond. Available in different gold options. Please ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
【Conchéa】Natural Conch Pearl Three-Drop Diamond Earrings — 10.98 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional pair of earrings features natural conch pearls totaling 10.98 carats, displaying a refined sakura-pink tone with clearly defined flame structures—an unmistakable hal...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
【Jādora】Golden Radiance Burmese Jadeite Emerald Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
These luminous earrings feature rare golden Burmese jadeite of Grade A, intricately hand-carved with flowing cloud motifs that radiate warmth and vitality. The glowing golden jadeite...
Diamond, Jade, Emerald, Platinum
【Crown Radiance】"Chérie" Diamond Bow Aurora Pearl Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Delicate, romantic, and infinitely wearable—this Aurora Akoya pearl necklace is centered by a graceful diamond bow, adding a playful yet refined accent to the luminous strand. Each p...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Platinum Conch Pearl & Diamond Bow Ring — 1.46ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A rare and exquisite ring featuring a 1.46ct natural conch pearl in a delightful flamingo-pink hue, displaying a pronounced flame pattern unique to conch pearls. The gem’s oval and w...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Evil Eye Diamond Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Evil Eye Diamond Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 10 x H 10 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamond. Available in different gold options. Please contact u...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Maia Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Maia Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 3.5 x H 3.5 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamonds. Available in different gold options. Please conta...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Ancient Mantras Charm in 14K Gold & Diamonds by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Ancient Mantras Charm in 14K Gold & Diamonds by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 15 x H 25 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamonds. Chain not included. Available in different go...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mist Diamond Threader Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Mist Diamond Threader Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 3 x H 72 mm. Materials: 14K gold, 3mm White Diamonds. Available in different gold options. Please ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Gravitational Pull Charm in 14K Gold & Diamonds by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Gravitational Pull Charm in 14K Gold & Diamonds by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 17 x H 17 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamonds. Chain not included. Available in different...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Spirit Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Spirit Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 3 x H 3 mm. Materials: 14K gold, 3 mm White Diamonds. Available in different gold options. Please co...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Bvlgari Gelati Brooch Diamond Mother-of-Pearl 18k Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33302264 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £3,570 Incl. Taxes Model Gelati Serial Number M5EK** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl Total Diamond Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Diamond Bow Earrings — 3.08 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A graceful tribute to femininity — this exquisite pair of Conch pearl earrings showcases rare flamingo-pink pearls totaling 3.08 carats, each with a vivid flame pattern and superb lu...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring, 950 Round Brilliant Cut .53ctw
By Wilson Brothers Jewelry
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: 950 Platinum Stone Information: Natural Diamond Solitaire Carat: .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Clarity: I...
Diamond, Platinum
Beaming Up Charm in 14K Gold & Diamond by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Beaming Up Charm in 14K Gold & Diamond by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 10 x H 21 mm. Materials: 14K gold, White Diamond. Chain not included. Available in different gold opti...
Diamond, 14k Gold
.10ct Natural Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 14kt Gold Floating Pyramid*
Located in New York, NY
Floating Pyramid Diamond Bangle. .10ct. Natural diamonds bracelet. G-color Vs-2 Clarity 14kt. white gold 5.1 Grams. 8.5 x 8.5mm top cluster pyramid depth: 5mm Made for 7 inch...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mabe Pearls .80ct Diamonds Clip Earrings 18kt Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Retro Royale rope twist mabe Pearl clip earrings. 16.4 mm Pearl Excellent AAA luster and Sheen. .80 carat natural diamonds pave bead set. G color vs2 clarity. 18 karat yellow go...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Natural Ruby and Diamond Choker Necklace 16.5" R4709
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Platinum Natural Ruby and Diamond Choker Necklace 16.5" R4709 ♥ This item measures 18" in length. Each ruby measures 5mm (North South direction), 4.8mm (East West direction), an...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Sterling Silver and Yellow Gold Polki Diamond Graduating Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage band ring is crafted in sterling silver with yellow gold accents and features graduating Polki diamonds across the top of the band. Polki diamonds are uncut, naturally s...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
~0.75 ct Diamond Star Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4 Grams Chain Length: ~15.5" Pendant Measurements: 6.4 mm x 8.4 mm Diamond Count: 1 Diamond Clarity: VS Dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Fleur Conch Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings — 6.05 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A graceful expression of natural rarity and feminine elegance. These earrings feature a beautifully matched pair of natural conch pearls totaling 6.05 carats, displaying vivid flami...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
18K Gold Keepsake Sachet Openable Egg Basket with Jadeite and Diamond R4484
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 18K Gold Keepsake Sachet Openable Egg Basket with Jadeite and Diamond Delicate Cutout Work R4484 ♥ The egg basket opens up so you can store a small keepsake item inside. Closes se...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$710Sale Price|20% Off
IGI certified natural Diamond sterling silver bracelet with Yellow Gold plating
Located in Delhi, DL
This elegant hinged bangle consists of: Diamond- 5.50cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds and uncut polki diamond Diamond color: White Diamond Certificate- IGI Certified Metal: Silver M...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
【Conchéa】PSL Venus Certified South Sea & Conch Pearl Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
An unapologetically glamorous creation balancing softness, fire, and rarity in a single composition. These extraordinary earrings feature a pair of approximately 11 mm South Sea pea...
Pearl, Diamond, White Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Grandeur Conch Pearl Diamond Pendant — 11.95 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary pair of natural conch pearls takes center stage in this dramatic, diamond-framed pendant. The jewel features two natural conch pearls totaling 11.95 carats, led by ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Bold geometry meets the richness of exceptional Golden South Sea pearls. These sculptural earrings feature 11–12mm deep golden South Sea pearls, selected for their perfectly round s...
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Flamingo Dew Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 2.32 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Delicate, graceful, and unmistakably rare. Centered around a natural 2.32 carat conch pearl, this ring showcases a beautifully proportioned drop shape and a captivating flamingo pin...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Conchéa】Flaming Calla Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 6.05ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
From the Conchéa collection — where nature’s rarest treasures take sculptural form. This remarkable creation evokes the graceful curve of a blooming calla lily, enveloping one of nat...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Natural Conch Pearl Diamond Ring — 1.97 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this ring lies a natural conch pearl distinguished by its vivid flamingo-pink hue — a color rarely seen in such saturated intensity. The pearl displays a clearly defi...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Blue Agate Carnelian Diamond Cameo Pendant
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage-inspired pendant features a finely carved blue agate cameo, elegantly accented with 12 brilliant round diamonds and flanked by two rich carnelian stones. Craft...
Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【 Crown Radiance】Twilight Tiara Aurora Baby Akoya Pearl & Diamond Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of timeless elegance, this Princess Bridal Necklace is crafted with hand-selected and meticulously arranged 2-6mm Baby Akoya pearls, ensuring perfect harmony and radian...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$4,200 / set
Lapis with Diamonds Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Eleven squares of lapis lazuli are set in a multi tiered arrangement in these earrings by J. Rossi. Each lapis stone is set in a textured gold band. Six diamonds weighing .05 carats ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
18K Gold Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond Omega Back Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, these strikings estates earrings features two vibrant emeralds totaling approximately 4.00 carats complemented by two richly colored rubies totaling appro...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Akoya Pearl & Diamond Double-Strand Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This high-luster Japanese AKOYA pearl necklace features a sophisticated double-strand design, with 7-7.5mm pearls that exude a radiant glow, showcasing the timeless beauty of AKOYA p...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$1,113Sale Price|20% Off
Diamonds Bronze Natural Pearl Hand Made Ring
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Diamond ctg 0,70 Bronze Natural Pearl Ring. Size 14 eu. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn. Each item will arrive at your door beautifully ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Bronze
$4,200 / item
Fancy Diamond Ear Jacket Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these ear jackets are set with 4.42 carats diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Amour Black Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Amour Black Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry Dimensions: W 6 x H 3 mm. Materials: 14K gold, Black Diamond, White Diamond. Available in different gold opti...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k 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.
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