Platinum Retro Sapphire and Diamonds Drawing Diamond Shape Bracelet
Located in Aventura, FL
Inspired by vintage Retro jewelry, This Thick Platinum Crafted bracelet features 5CT VVS Exotic Sapphire and Diamond that is framed in beautiful round-cut shape.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
IGI Certified Yellow Diamond White Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Unique and striking, this exceptional ring will make the perfect statement each time it is worn. Each diamond is hand-selected by our experts. - Centre Diamond, Cushion-shape Yellow ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified Yellow Diamond White Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Set in luxurious 18 Karat white and yellow gold to provide a unique, but elegant contrast to the colour of the centre yellow diamond. This spectacular cocktail ring will add a touch ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$124,000
KOENIG Onyx Diamond Bracelet
Located in St. Moritz, CH
* High Jewelry Bracelet * 18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet * Diamond and Onyx Bracelet * One-of-a-Kind Swiss Jewelry * VVS Clarity Diamonds * Sustainable Fine Jewelry * Cuff Brace...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
RARE diamond bangle design 18Kt gold 15.66 carats of diamonds
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The bangle is made in 18KT gold with 15.66 carats of VVS-SI clarity diamonds, F_G colors. The weight of the bangle is 80 grams.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$20,000 / item
Round Brilliant Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Norman Silverman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graded G–H in color with VS–VVS clarity, each diamond is hand-set and crafted in the USA for exceptional precision and brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$24,000 / item
Emerald Cut Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Norman Silverman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graded G–H in color with VS–VVS clarity, each diamond is hand-set and crafted in the USA for exceptional precision and brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$9,000 / item
Round Brilliant Diamond Huggie Hoops
By Norman Silverman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Graded G–H in color with VS–VVS clarity, each diamond is hand-set and crafted in the USA for exceptional precision and brilliance.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Floral Motif Diamond Ring with Ideal Cut Heart Shaped Diamonds
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Our handmade ring is set with 5 high quality heart Shaped Diamonds D-F VVS which are mounted in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose-cut Diamond Brilliant-cut Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Details: 18K yellow gold : 12.9 g 16 X natural brilliant-cut diamonds (DEG/VVS) : 0.30 ct. 4 X natural rose-cut diamonds (GH/VS) : 0.40 ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Forever Diamond Bangle 1.60 Ct Diamonds in Rose Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This bangle is open-able for ease of putting on and taking off. Total Diamond Weight: 1.60 ct No. of Diamonds: 32 Diamond Color: F - G Diamond Clarity: VVS - VS (Very Very Slightly...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
5.90 Carat Diamond Bracelet, Emerald-Cut and Round Diamonds, 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Details: Creator: ADA Jewelry, New York Design: Diamond Tennis Bracelet Metal: 14K White Gold Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 5.90 Carats Diamond Shapes: Emerald-Cut an...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.51 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet, Oval and Round Diamonds, 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Details: Creator: ADA Jewelry, New York Design: Diamond Tennis Bracelet Metal: 14K White Gold Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 5.51 Carats Diamond Shapes: Oval and Round...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Classic Bracelet (9.99 ct Diamonds) in Platinum
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
All our bracelets have two locks for added security. Total Diamond Weight: 9.99 ct Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant No. of Diamonds: 34 Diamond Color: F Diamond Clarity: VVS - VS (...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Estate 1.21 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond G VVS1 Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This contemporary, classy style, Diamond solitaire ring has been totally hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold Accurate and over-cared workmanship Centrally set with a weighted off ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Beauvince Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14.65 Carat Diamonds in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The type of lock may differ from that in the image. Total Diamond Weight: 14.65 ct No. of Diamonds: 28 Average Diamond Weight: 0.52 ct Diamond Color: J - K Diamond Clarity: VVS -...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Bolo Diamond Bar Bracelet '0.96 Ct Diamonds' in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Always a fun accessory, the Bolo bar bracelet adds sparkles and shine to every look. Diamonds Shape: Round Total Diamond Weight: 0.96 ct No. of Diamonds: 15 Diamond Color: G - H D...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leon Mege Eternity Diamond Band East-West Set Emerald Cut Diamonds in Platinum
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Made by hand in New York, this wedding ring is only 2.00 mm wide, yet its presence is prominent and seductive. Available in three diamond grades. Emerald-cut diamonds 2 x 3.5 mm (the...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Beauvince Forever Indian Diamond Bangle '5.03 Ct Diamonds' in Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This bangle is open-able for ease of putting on and taking off. Total Diamond Weight: 5.03 ct No. of Diamonds: 72 Average Diamond Weight: 0.07 ct Diamond Color: H Diamond Clari...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 12.00 Carat Vivid Yellow Diamond Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Adding to their exceptional appeal, both diamonds possess outstanding VVS clarity grades, a particularly desirable combination alongside such intense natural color.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond
$19,760 / item
Alphabet Customized Pink Diamond Bag Bijoux
By Ashna Mehta
Located in Dubai, AE
The Alphabet Bag Bijoux in 18K rose gold is a dazzling celebration of identity and elegance, set with natural rare pink diamonds and FG/VVS-VS white diamonds. Each initial sparkles w...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
25 Carat Riviera Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A 25 carat round diamond tennis necklace featuring F/G color and a mix of VVS to VS clarity diamonds with excellent luster and performance would be an extraordinary piece of jewelry.
Diamond, White Diamond
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Bracelet with Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamonds VS/VVS clarity 0.50ct each sones 36 stones totaling 18.42CT 7in long
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,572Sale Price|20% Off
IGI CERTIFIED Yellow Cushion Diamond and Pear Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring in 18k
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The "Toi et Moi"/ bypass ring symbolizes love and translates to "you and me". Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Weight: 0.72 carat Color: Light Yellow Clarity: VvS Pear Cut Diamond Weigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Large Fluted Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Bethesda, MD
From David Webb, a pair of fluted gold and diamond earrings. Meticulously designed to lay perfectly on the ear ♦ Designer: David Webb ♦ Metal: 18 karat/platinum ♦Weight 57 grams ♦...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Floral Motif Diamond Ring with Ideal Cut Heart Shaped Diamonds
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Ring is set with 5 high quality Heart Shaped Diamonds D-F VVS. Jewel Details: Total Weight- 3.28 Grams 14K White Gold Center Stone- Round Pink Sapphire 0.14 Carat Petals- 5 Heart S...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Royal Ruby Diamond Fancy Blue Diamond Gold & Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Surrounding the 3 central rubies are an array of large bright, VVS colorless diamonds set in a stylish pattern and weighing a total of 2.56 carats.
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRAFF Diamond Band GIA Certified
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
GRAFF Oval Diamond Eternity Band This eternity wedding band has 14 oval-cut diamonds, all diamonds are GIA certified, D-E color and VVS-VS clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
$4,599Sale Price|89% Off
PANIM Rosecut Oval Diamond Circles Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Specifications : Diamonds : DEFG COLOR VVS VS Diamond cts : 2 cts Length : 18inch (can be customized) Customization available in Gold Colors.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Concord Impresario 18k Gold Diamond Watch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Concord Material: Impresario Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case Size: 22mm Case Thickness: 6.5mm Lug Width: 12.5mm Clasp: Double-Fold Butterfly Diamonds: VVS E Diamond Weight: 0.8...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 0.71 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VVS1 Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Soleste® 0.71 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow VVS1 Cushion Natural Diamond Engagement Ring GIA report number: 2241097933 Diamond: 0.71 carat natural fancy intense VVS1 cushion diamond, G...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Elegant 1.01ct Oval Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Add timeless sophistication to your jewelry collection with this graceful cocktail ring, featuring a dazzling 0.76ct I/VVS oval-cut center diamond, perfectly accented by 26 round bri...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Beauvince Athena Earrings (7.22 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
With a soft cascading structure, the earrings are alive and enchanting. Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Carré, Round & Baguette Total Diamonds Weight: 7.22 ct Diamonds Color: G - H...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Sylvana Ring (4.74 ct Emerald & Diamonds) in 18K Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone Type: Emerald Gemstone Shape: Square Gemstone Weight: 2.08 ct Gemstone Color: Deep Green Diamonds Shapes: Round, Pear & Baguette Diamonds Weight: 2.67 ct Diamonds Color...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold...
Beauvince Astria Earrings (10.52 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape & Round Total Diamonds Weight: 10.51 ct Diamonds Color: E - G Diamonds Clarity: VVS - VS (Very Very Slightly Included - Very Slightly Included) Metal...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marina B Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Marina B
Located in Napoli, NA
Estimated at 0.50 ct of VVS brilliant cut diamonds, E/F colour. CONDITION: Pre Owned - Excellent METAL: 18k Gold STONE: Diamond ct 0,50 WEIGHT: 6,20 grams RING SIZE: US 5,5 - FR 51...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond 18K White Gold Pave-set Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking 18K white gold pendant densely pavé-set with approximately 3.40 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds with VVS clarity and F color. The sculptural form tapers from a roun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Athena Bracelet (20.25 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The piece is perfect for someone looking to make a elegant statement. Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Carré, Round & Baguette Total Diamonds Weight: 20.25 ct Diamonds Color: G - H ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Athena Necklace (55.36 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This rich and glorious piece is a stunner and perfect for a connoisseur. Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Carré, Round & Baguette Total Diamonds Weight: 55.36 ct Diamonds Color: G ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Beauvince Astria Necklace (54.61 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural and light-filled it is ideal for red carpet moments, galas, or any occasion calling for celebratory diamond regalia. Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Round & Marquise Tot...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
ROYAL ESTATE: 31.50 ctw Diamond & Platinum Cuff Bracelet - (IGI Certified)
Located in Antwerp, BE
Total Diamond Weight: 31.50 ct (E-H color, VS–VVS clarity) - 7 Asscher Cut Diamonds: 13.50 ct (4.5 ct center, 2x 2.7 ct, 2x 1.0 ct, 2x 0.8 ct) (Colorless - Near Colorless F/G/H / V...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.81ct Diamond 'Victoria' Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Featuring four marquise-cut diamonds totalling 0.81 carat, each stone is perfectly matched at F in colour and VVS clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This simple solitaire ring has a central brilliant cut diamond measuring 45pts and is a G colour VVS I. The shoulders have diamonds running through on to the band.
Diamond, Platinum
Beauvince Athena Suite (84.48 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This rich and glorious suite is a stunner and perfect for a connoisseur. Diamonds Shapes: Pear Shape, Carré, Round & Baguette Total Diamonds Weight: 55.36 ct (Necklace), 7.22 c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k 750 Rose Gold Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings Metal Type: 18k Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 6.0 Grams 1: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Primary Carat Weight: 0.95 Carat (150 Pcs) Diamond Cut: Round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Beauvince Misha Floral Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Shapes: Emerald Cut, Marquise & Pear Shape Total Diamond Weight: 18.78 ct Diamond Color: E - G Diamond Clarity: VVS - VS (Very Slightly Included) Metal: Platinum Me...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Tennis Bracelet with Oval and Round Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Tennis Bracelet with Oval and Round Diamonds Mounted in Platinum with pillow bezel setting style 11 Oval GIA Certifies Diamonds & 12 Rounds GIA Certified Diamonds Oval ...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 'Oiseaux de Paradis' Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Numbered xxxxx. The pear-shaped diamond, weighing approximately 1.75 carats, is approximately E-F color, VVS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Crivelli White Gold Pearl & Diamonds Pendant / Necklace
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
WHITE GOLDEN PENDANT WITH DIAMONDS AND PEARL MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold DIAMONDS: white brilliant cut diamonds, 0.33 Cts F VVS, black diamonds 0.52 Cts, Total weight Diamonds 0.8...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Double Clip Diamond And Ruby Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Rows of vivid red, square-cut Burmese rubies punctuate the design, providing a dramatic contrast against the brilliance of the white diamonds and polished platinum. The brooch is se...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k 750 Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
No. Diamonds: 115 Pcs Diamond Clarity Grade: VVS-VS Top Quality Diamond Color Grade: F-G White Top Quality Diamond Shape: Round Full Cut Internal ID: RI21224
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum Natural Diamond Half Band Ring 3MM
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Forever Platinum Natural Diamond Half Band Ring 3MM Metal: Platinum Weight: 4.26 grams Width: 3mm Size: 5.75 (US) Diamonds: 0.56 CTW F-G VVS natural round diamonds Retail: $7,200 USD...
Diamond, Platinum
PIAGET Possession Diamond Eternity 18K Gold Band Ring 1990
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K Yellow Gold There are approximately 1.00 Carats in Natural Round White Diamonds E/F VVS There are 34 round diamonds. The ring is a size 52 or Size 6 The ring cannot b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 1.07ct Oval Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A dazzling expression of timeless elegance, this cocktail ring features a brilliant 0.80ct oval-cut diamond (I color, VVS clarity) at its center. The shank is gracefully adorned with...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$21,600Sale Price|20% Off
6 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
With F-G color and VVS-VS clarity, these diamonds radiate brilliance and sophistication.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
5.98 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
With D-F color and VVS-VS clarity, these diamonds radiate brilliance and sophistication.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$4,599Sale Price|89% Off
PANIM Rosecut Pear Diamond Circles Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Specifications : Diamonds : DEFG COLOR VVS VS Diamond cts : 2 cts Length : 18inch (can be customized) Customization available in Gold Colors.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 950 Natural Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone Cut: Oval Primary Stone Color: Blue 2: Secondary Stone: Natural Diamond Secondary Carat Weight: 2.5 Ct. Secondary Stone Cut: Baguette Secondary Stone Color: White Secon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Carved Amethyst Diamond Flower Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Jewelry Details Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Dimensions: L: 32mm, W: 19mm Total Weight: 3.84 g Place of Origin: India Gemstone Details Color stone Details: Gemstone(s): Amethyst Car...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Laykin et Cie Vintage Diamond Riviera necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960 Sold By I Magnin & Co by Laykin Et Cie total Diamond Weight 70 cts 96 Rectangular Emerald Cut Diamonds Fine Quality F-G Color VVS Center Diamond is 10mmx5.2mmx3.4 e...
Diamond, Platinum
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.