$2,663Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Emerald White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.60 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 0.41 Carats Natural Zambia Emerald Cut Emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Colombian Emerald Earrings with Diamonds and White and Yellow Gold
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Sleekly crafted in 18K white gold and silver these classic chandelier cascade of emeralds gives a an elegant and sophisticated look to special occasionsarrings 18K White Gold Diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA White Diamond Emerald Cut Tennis Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning 34.26 ct. IJ VVS1-VS2 white diamond emerald cuts. A total of 34 stones.
White Diamond, Platinum
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Halo Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Halo Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 14k White Gold This necklace is crafted in 14k white gold and features an oval halo design set with green emeralds and round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.70tcw 14K Pear Cut Light Green Emerald Studs 3 Prong White Gold Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong Setting Material: 14K White Gold Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Pear Cut Weight: 0.70-Carats (Total) Dimensions: 6mm x 4mm Clarity: Transparent Color: Medium Green ...
Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Designer White Gold Emerald, Coral, Onyx & Diamond Earrings, 0.50ct
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made earring is crafted from white gold and features a ZAMBIAN EMERALD, coral, onyx, gemstone and DIAMONDS.
Diamond, Emerald, Coral, Onyx, White Gold
Late 1980s Emerald and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Roma, RM
Their dynamic silhouette creates remarkable movement, enhanced by the harmonious contrast between vivid green emeralds and brilliant white diamonds. Handcrafted in 18 karat white go...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Emerald Bracelet With Diamonds 4.96 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 4.74 Carats Diamond: 0.22 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Length: 7.25 Inches Custom sizing a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Bracelet With Diamonds 8.34 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald: 8.04 Carats Diamond: 0.30 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Length: 7 Inches Custom sizing avai...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Emerald Heart Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold stud earrings set with 1.96 carats of heart cut emeralds and 0.35 carats of white diamonds.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Ring With Diamonds & Emerald
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18Kt white gold ring with a total weight of 4.58 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 0.75 carats and an emerald with a total weight of 7.51 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Round Emerald and Round Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Emeralds: 7 round cut= 0.21cttw Diamonds: 23 round cut= 0.23cttw Color: G Clarity: I1-I2 Size: 6.25 (complimentary sizing available) Dimensi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Earrings Diamonds 2.65 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 2.40 Carats 40 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.44 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Ring with Diamond Halo in 18k White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Colombian Emerald of 0.44 carats. Center stone Emerald is surrounded by 20 eye-clean colorless diamonds of 0.35 carats (total). The Emerald is well contrasted by the yellow ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$396Sale Price|40% Off
14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace Oval 18 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This delicate emerald and diamond necklace is crafted in 14K white gold and features a vibrant 6x4mm oval cut emerald accented by natural round single cut diamonds totaling 0.02 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pear-Shaped Emerald, White Diamond, and 18 Karat White Gold Halo Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat white gold necklace showcases a 0.58 carat, pear-shaped eye clean emerald accented by 0.25 carats of round cut white diamonds showcased in a stunning single halo orname...
White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$9,449Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Emerald Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Emerald Necklace Diamond Beads & Natural Green Emeralds are used to embellish a delicate necklace ,everything fluidly flowing among one another,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Zambian Emerald Earrings Diamonds 2.65 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 2.40 Carats 40 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,877Sale Price|20% Off
18k Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Rounds Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18K Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Rounds Ring Gold Fancy Ring A fashion Art Nouveau ring meticulously crafted to mesmerize.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$5,625Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald '1.28ct' and Diamond '5/8ct' White Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Emerald and diamond ring in 14K white gold. The ring features a 1.28ct emerald cut emerald and 5/8ctw of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Emerald Cts 0.07 Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
All set in 1.99 grams of gleaming 18k white gold. Emeralds, colored by chromium and vanadium, have symbolized wisdom and renewal for centuries.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
***Made to order to your finger size, custom options are available, don't hesitate to inquire*** Stunning One 100% Untreated Mozambique Oval Ruby Approx. 1.40 Carats with Extraordina...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Unheated 10.80 Carat Periwinkle Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Natural Certified Unheated Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring Centering a big 9.94 Carat Natural Ceylon Sapphire, "sparkling Violet blue" with no evidence of thermal...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
6.80 Carat Cocktail Emerald Ring made in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Set in 7.16 grams of polished 18K white gold, the centerpiece emerald glows with a rich, captivating green that embodies timeless beauty and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$6,657Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Pear Cut Emerald White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Necklace is made of 18K White Gold. This Necklace has 0.45 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,884Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 1.07 Cts/70 Pcs Emerald 27.34 Cts/9 Pcs With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Mid Century Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
Particularly striking is the contrast between the vivid green emerald and the bright white diamonds set against polished white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 1 Carat Each Emerald Cut White Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 34.02 ct. FG VS2 white diamond emerald cuts. Total of 34 stones, making each stone 1 carat.
White Diamond, White Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with two emeralds of different shape surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds.Laterally, baguettes-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Green Emerald and White Diamond Gold Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful ring, it features four octagon-cut vivid green emeralds weighing 1.28 carat surrounded by a flurry of white diamonds weighing 0.78 carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond Emerald Cut and Round Bead Chain Necklace in 14K
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 7.08 ct. good quality white diamond rounds and emerald cuts. Handmade in 14k yellow gold.
White Diamond
Everleigh 14K White Gold Emerald-Cut Tanzanite Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14K White Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of Emerald-Cut Tanzanite (3 pcs) 1.77 carat. and Round-Cut White ...
Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2000s Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive emerald cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Ring With Diamonds & Emerald
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 18Kt white gold with a total weight of 7.16 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 1.78 carats and 1 emerald with a total weight of 8.43 Irama Pradera is a Young designer fr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 14k White Gold Ring With Diamonds & Emerald
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ring in 14Kt white gold with a total weight of 9.82 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 1.89 carats and 1 emerald with a total weight of 7.70 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18K White Gold Ring with Diamonds & Emeralds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18K white gold ring with a total weight of 11.06 grams, 190 diamonds with a total weight of 1.35 carats, and 3 emeralds with a total weight of 9.45 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
10 Karat Yellow/White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring #14008
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow/White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified- This stunning ring features one emerald cut emerald ( 7 mm x 6 mm) and eight round single cut diam...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$2,028Sale Price|20% Off
1.71 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring 0.35 Ct. SI/H Diamond 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SFR-2326 Gross Wt. :- 3.07 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.66 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.35 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Bucherer Emerald Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bucherer
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant ring by Bucherer is crafted from 18k white gold 750 and showcases a stunning 0.70 ct emerald at its center.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This 18K white gold stunning ring is from our Timeless Collection.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.25 Carats Blue Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A timeless elegant medium dark blue oval-cut natural sapphire, thirteen-stone eternity band ring. Weighing 3.25 carats, set in a very classic thirteen-stone platinum mounting. top ba...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Emerald Ring Diamond Halo 1.87 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Emerald = 1.65 Carat 22 Round Diamonds = 0.22 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 6* US *It can be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
7ct Natural Emerald Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14kt White Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald Diamonds flexible bangle bracelet. 5ct natural oval emeralds. 4.5 x 3.5mm Clean clarity and transperent. 2ct natural round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Earrings Diamonds 2.65 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 2.40 Carats 40 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Earrings Diamonds 2.65 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 2.40 Carats 40 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 12 x 10 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$21,993Sale Price|35% Off
AENEA 6.27ct. Brazil Emeralds White Diamonds(F/VVS) White Gold Palladium Brooch
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
The fantastic Brazilian Emeralds and White Diamonds (F/VVS) are microscope set in our family owned workshop.
White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Palladium
$400Sale Price|50% Off
14K White Gold 0.30ct Oval Emerald & Brilliant White Quartz Wavy Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Classic design ring equipped with a wonderful east meets west green oval emerald with natural jardin and surrounded by 2 brilliantly decent grade white quartz.
Emerald, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 16 emerald cut= 11.54cttw Size: 6.5 Dimensions: ring top measures 1.41mm in width Weight: 4.9 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Illusion Emerald Shape Earrings with 2.13ct Diamonds
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & Carat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.05 grams Earring: Diameter: 11.3 mm Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Emerald ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Drop Earrings with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Emerald Drop Earrings with Diamonds 84 Emeralds - 6.5 CT 92 Diamonds - 4.08 CT 18K Gold - 16.68 GM Exquisitely crafted in 18K white gold, these captivating drop earr...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$13,315Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K White Gold and 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 1.0' Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,119Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Oval Cut Emerald White Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K White Gold and 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 4.50 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold, Emerald and Diamond Pendant-Enhancer
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely and glamorous pendant for a black tie event! This 18k white gold drop-shaped pendant-enhancer features a vibrant blue-green oval-shaped cabochon emerald weighing approximate...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kieselstein Cord Frog Emerald White Gold Pin Brooch
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Emerald Frog Pin Brooch by Barry Kieselstein Cord.
Emerald, White Gold
$11,000Sale Price|60% Off
18K White Gold 2.81ct VIVID GREEN Zambian Emerald Ring with pave white diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Introducing our exquisite Italian-made 18kt White Gold ring mounted with a center stone Zambian emerald (2.81cts) , a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Stud Earrings 1.2 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 1.27 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 5 mm
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat White Gold Emeralds and Diamonds Bracelet weighing 40.20 grams, 6.50 inches in length and 0.65 inches in width.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Modernist White Gold Dinner Ring Set with 14 Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
This Modernist 14k white gold ring with a central panel of Lozenge form pendants displaying 14 round cut emeralds.
Emerald, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Stud Earrings 1.29 Carats 10K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Zambian Emeralds = 1.29 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 6 mm
Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage emerald diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Their crisp sparkle contrasts beautifully against the cool luster of 18k white gold, amplifying the ring’s brilliance and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k 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.
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