14K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Halo Earrings, 0.72ct & 0.28ct
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS EMERALD: 0.72 CTS DIAMOND: 0.28 CTS 14K WHITE GOLD GROSS WEIGHT: 1.56 GRAMS NET WEIGHT: 1.36 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge) CODE: K
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing our 18K White Gold Diamond and Emerald Three Stone Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,795Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 14ct White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 1.27ct 2.5g
By GIA
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A refined emerald cut diamond ring crafted in 14ct white gold, featuring a striking centre diamond accented by tapered baguette cut diamonds on the shoulders.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Maya Emerald Linear 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K white gold, the sleek vertical design creates beautiful movement while highlighting the rich green brilliance of the emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Marquise Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K White gold, the elongated marquise silhouette beautifully enhances the rich green brilliance of the emeralds while adding exceptional sparkle and timeless refinement.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.18 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, the design highlights the rich green hue of the emeralds while enhancing their brilliance with a dazzling diamond surround.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.32 Colombian Emerald and Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
3.32 Colombian Emerald & Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold Composition : Solid 18K white gold Primary Stone : Colombia natural emerald Shape or Cut : Emerald Total emerald w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold Panther Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond, Emerald, Onyx Panther Ring by Cartier.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold
Zambian Emerald Dangle Earrings Diamonds 2.26 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 = 2.18 Carats 24 Diamonds = 0.08 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Dimensions: 17 x 7 mm
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
31.76 Carat Zambian Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Bn Green Star
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Key Details Gemstone: Natural Zambian Emeralds Total Emerald Weight: 31.76 cts Emerald Cabochons: 29.33 cts Round-Cut Emeralds: Approx. 2.50 cts Total Diamond Weight: 6.80 cts Diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Pendant, 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SEPD-31628D Gross Wt. :- 4.29 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.88 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.08 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Natural Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 4.96 Ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT White Gold Diamond and Emerald Snake Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 2.11 Gram Pendant Size : 25.70mmX7.92mm Set with : Diamonds and Emerald Stone : 27 Natural Diamonds Gem Stone : 2 Emerald Diamond Carat : ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Emerald Earrings Emerald Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold This absolutely stunning vintage jewelry set is finely crafted in solid 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Pear Shape Emerald and Diamond Earrings
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A fabulous pair of Russian Emerald and Diamond Earrings set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Cut Spinel Drop Earrings 31.37 Carats
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vibrant and lustrous emerald-cut lab grown spinel drop earrings of over 31 carats stationed on a 4 prong 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Spinel, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Wedding Band - 18k Emerald 1.04ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Note: Please contact us for a resizing quote Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.55ctw Cut: Emerald Color: E - F Clarity: VS1...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Pendant Necklace Diamond Halo 1.2 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald = 0.93 Carats Diamond = 0.27 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Pendant Dimensions: 16.8 x 9.5 mm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18K Yellow and White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
They are one-of-a-kind and set in 18k yellow and white gold. With 3.54 carats of emeralds and 1.14 carats of diamonds, these gorgeous earrings are a rare find for a fine jewelry ward...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Zambian Emerald Pendant Necklace Diamonds 1.35 Carats 10K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Zambian Emerald = 1.20 Carats 20 Diamonds = 0.15 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Dimensions: 19 x 10 x 5 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
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
Vintage 0.92 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 0.92 carat Colombian emerald and 0.08 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ring; an addition to our vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
0.36ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This stunning 18ct white gold ring features a mesmerising 0.36ct Colombian emerald in a classic solitaire setting.
Emerald, White Gold
18KT White Gold 3.22ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An 18KT white gold cluster ring centred with a rectangular emerald cut Colombian emerald weighing 3.22 carats, framed by a substantial surround of round and marquise cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Trapiche Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Trapiche emeralds are natural forming emeralds found in shale deposits in the famous Colombian mines.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cascade Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gemstone Type : Emerald Gold : 18K Gold Color : White Gold Weight : 2.913g Diamond Weight : 0.65ctw Emerald Weight : 0.61ctw Total...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
53.92ct Zambian Emerald & 11.79ct Natural Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Natural Zambian emeralds totaling 53.92 carats create a powerful field of saturated green in this 18K white gold statement necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.37 Carat Green Emerald & Diamond Ring In 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
With a total weight of 2.10 carats, these diamonds add a dazzling brilliance that illuminates the emerald and creates a mesmerizing contrast against the luminous backdrop of 18k whit...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,845Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Emerald White Diamond Aquamarine White Gold Triple Cocktail Ring Set
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 0.70 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.55 Carats of Natural Zambia Navette Cut Emerald.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$41,218 / item
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Emerald Ring
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
This listing is for The Blazing Trails 18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Emerald Ring (LU638317359732) Other items featured in the video are: 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt White Gold Emeralds & Diamonds Ring, Filligre Style
Located in Antwerp, BE
WHITE GOLDEN RING WITH DIAMONDS & EMERALDS MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold SIZE: 57 ( can be resized for free ) WEIGHT: 12.6 grams / 8.1 dwt / 0.445 oz DIAMONDS: brillant cut diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
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
Zambian Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Because there's no halo or pave detailing competing for attention, the deep green of the emerald stays the clear focal point against the cool white of the diamonds and the 18-karat w...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Botta gioielli emerald diamonds white gold dome ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Dome ring showcasing an extraordinary carved emerald with floral motifs set in 9 karat white gold with 26 brilliant cut white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This ring, crafted in 18-karat white gold, is a masterpiece of extraordinary beauty that combines classic elegance with timeless luxury.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
South Sea Black White Pearl Ruby Emerald & Diamond 18K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 5.00x1.30x1.30cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "2 BK PE 29.20 CT (13MM) 2 WH PE 29.01 CT (13MM) 84 White Diamonds 0.41 CT 2 Emerald 2.15 CT 2 Ruby 9.61 CT 18KW 4.32 GM...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Bland Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold cocktail ring is from Timeless Collection.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.64 Ct Zambian Emerald & 11.07ct Diamond Station Necklace 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Expertly set in 18k white gold, the design is defined by its intentional, minimalist station layout, where the emeralds act as sophisticated focal points within a fluid, diamond-acce...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Emerald & Diamond Halo Drop Earrings, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18-karat White gold with a total of 8.08 carats of natural pear and marquise diamonds, SI clarity and H-I color, finished to a high polish, accented by 17.96 carats of nat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Luxe Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K white gold, the rich green emeralds serve as the centerpiece while the surrounding diamonds create remarkable brilliance, dimension, and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White gold entourage ring with diamonds and emerald
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds Weight: 0.15 carat Cut: Brilliant cut Colour: F-G Clarity: SI-P Quality: Very good Gemstone: Emerald Cut: Oval cut Weight: 2.00 carats Jewel: Ring Weight: 4.0 gram...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 7.86 Carat Emerald Round Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
2 Emerald Gemstones: 7.07 Carats 40 White Round Diamonds: 0.72 Carats Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 7.80 Grams GIA Certificate # 2231721622
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.25 Carat Emerald & White Diamond Elegant Chandelier 18K Earring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Suspended gracefully, the emeralds are complemented by a shimmering cascade of white diamonds that add an ethereal radiance to the earrings.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Colombian Emeralds 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Stud Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold
By Bn Green Star
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Key Details: Stone: Colombian Emerald, Octagon Cut, 6.62 carats Ruby, Oval Cut, 2.20 carats Sapphire, Oval Cut, 2.64 carats Accent Stones: 127 Round Brilliant Diamonds, Total 1.04 c...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Oval Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18K white gold, each emerald is surrounded by a sparkling halo of natural diamonds, enhancing its rich green color and exceptional brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K white gold ring with round diamonds and emeralds
Located in Berlin, DE
Charming ladies white gold ring, set with four round diamonds and four emeralds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Cushion 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
$19,600Sale Price|20% Off
4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 18k White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Each natural white diamond has been carefully selected for its impressive F-G color and VS clarity, ensuring a bright and clean appearance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.77ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
0.77ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18k White Gold Natural green colombian emerald round shaped with brown inclusions, total weight 0.77ct Solitaire round green eme...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Snake Ring White Topaz Emerald Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring White Topaz Emerald Cocktail Ring Serpent ring in 14k gold plated brass, a snake that coils around the finger in an open band, the head set with a marquise cut white topa...
Emerald, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass
Emerald Royale Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gemstone Type : Emerald Gold : 18K Gold Color : White Gold Weight : 3.458g Diamond Weight : 0.77ctw Emerald Weight : 3.38ctw Lead ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Emerald and Diamond Ring with Calibré Emeralds in 18K White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
A central natural emerald of approximately 0.53 carats anchors the composition, its rich green hue harmonising perfectly with the surrounding stones.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Double Halo Ring in White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains one center round shape emerald weighing 0.65cts. Center stone is surrounded by a double row of round brilliant diamonds, 0.40tcw. Emearld and diamonds are mounted in ha...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
3.36ct Emerald Diamond Ring by Designer Colour Diam, 18kt White Gold
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.98 grams Set with- Stone type: Sapphire Shape: Emerald Carat: 3.36 ct Colour: YG...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Radiance Halo 18K Natural Diamond White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earring Information Diamond Type : Natural Diamond Gemstone Type : Emerald Gold ; 18K Gold Color : White Gold Weight : 2.847g Diamond Weight : 0.95ctw Emerald Weight : 0.74ctw Total...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.71cttw Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features 25 prong set Emerald cut sparkling diamonds, crafted in an 18k white gold band.
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.