2.79 Carat Oval Sri Lankan Padparadscha Sapphire Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Padparadscha Sapphire Cocktail Engagement Ring The Center Stone is a gorgeous 2.29 Carat Oval Cut orangish-pink hue Padparadscha Sapphire that Measures 8.1 x 6.7mm. It makes this the...
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
3.52 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 3.20 Carats 2 White Fancy Diamonds: 0.32 Carat Metal: 18K White Gold, 4.80 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.31 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald GemstoneS: 2.5 Carats 12 White Diamonds: 0.26 Carat Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 4.20 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Oval Emerald & Diamond Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 484 round and baguette cut = 7.64cttw Emerald: 49 oval cut = 14.31cttw Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 6.5-inch wrist Weight: 43.18 grams
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
4.42 Carat Emerald White Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
3 Emerald Gemstones: 3.58 Carats 30 White Round Diamonds: 0.84 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 7.00 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.53 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 2.28 Carats 2 White Fancy Diamonds: 0.25 Carat Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 4.30 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.64 Carat Burma Pink Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A beautiful ring comprising a scarce 3.10 carat oval bubble gum pink sapphire and 1.54 carats of round diamonds around it. Primary Stones: Stunning Natural Sapphire Shape or Cut: Ov...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9.64 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 9.15 Carats 16 White Diamonds: 0.49 Carat Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 7.30 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.2 Carat Emerald and White Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 1.34 Carats 28 White Round Diamonds: 0.49 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 4.50 Grams This rings comes in white gold.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings 29.18 Carats Emerald 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code: SEE-110843 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Earrings Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 22.43 Grams Natural Emerald Weight: 29.18 Carats Natural Diamond Wei...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Emerald Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This elegant ring in 18-karat white gold is a triumph of color and light, perfectly balanced between the vibrancy of the central emerald and the serenity of the side aquamarines.
Emerald, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald Pear Diamond & White Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "1 Pear-shaped Diamonds 0.31 CT 60 White Diamonds 1.66 CT 1 Emerald 4.32 CT (GIA1469111263) 18KW 10.00 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold &...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.32 Carats Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
They are adorned with white diamonds along the front of the white gold hoops. 2 Emerald Gemstones: 2.89 Carats, Pear Cut 70 White Diamonds: 0.43 Carat, Round Cut Metal: 18K White an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
9.27 Carat Emerald and White Diamond White and Yellow Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 8.38 Carats 2 White Fancy Diamonds: 0.89 Carat Metal: 18K White and Yellow Gold, 6.80 Grams Measurements: 13 X 10 Thickness 8
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 4.02ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Center Details: 4.02ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond I Color VS1 Clarity EC GIA #6183603790 10.4mm x 8.0mm x 4.6mm Ring Material: 18k White Gold Approx 0.62ctw Natural Diamonds Ring S...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1.20ct Emerald diamond IGI engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
1.20ct Emerald diamond IGI engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Emerald, White Gold
Cocktail Ring in White Gold with White Diamonds, Emeralds and Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Crafted from pristine white gold, adorned with intricate micromosaic, scintillating diamonds, and vibrant emeralds, it exudes a timeless allure.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 1.00ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k white gold Diamond engagement ring. Stamped 18k, 750, and weighs 5.5 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian 2.03cts. Emerald-Cut Emeralds with Diamond Halo Set in 18k White Gold
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Motivated to Sell – Please make a Fair Offer* 18K WHITE GOLD COLOMBIAN EMERALD STONE AND ROUND DIAMOND EARRINGS WITH YELLOW GOLD PRONGS.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,522Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, these elegant earrings feature vibrant oval emeralds framed by a sparkling diamond cluster that g...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.93 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 0.52Ct Diamond Ring 18K White/Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
Extra Fine Colombian Emerald Ring 2.93 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 0.52Ct Diamond Ring 18Karat White/Yellow Gold, Size 6.5 Extreme Fine quality of the Colombian Emerald 2,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,529Sale Price|20% Off
Timeless Emerald White Diamond White 18K Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Same Model with Blue Sapphire Available) Diamond 0.59 Cts / 24 Pcs Emerald: 13.04 Cts / 21 Pcs Weight 8,69 grams Size 54 EU It is our honor to create fine jewel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Precious Emerald White Diamond White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earring Available) Diamond 31-Round 57-0,18ct-4/6A Emerald 1-Oval-0,43ct 3/(5)ЗA Weight 1.47 grams Size 17.5 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jew...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1.10 Carat Ceylon Pink Sapphire Stud Earrings Gold - Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Classic pink Ceylon Sapphire yellow gold, white gold, or platinum stud Earrings Stud earrings set with two natural Ceylon round sapphires weighing 1.10 carat Dimensions: Approx. 5mm ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Palladium...
0.53ct Green Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This stunning 18ct white gold ring features a beautiful 0.53ct green emerald in a classic solitaire setting.
Emerald, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Baguette Emerald Designer Pendant Necklace
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K White Gold Diamond Baguette Emerald Designer Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Emerald & Diamond Band Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
The perfect alternative wedding band or addition to any and every ring stack! This 18 karat white gold band ring features 4 incredibly well match natural diamonds alternating with 3 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,810Sale Price|20% Off
Heart shape Columbian Emerald necklace 14k White Gold
Located in София, BG
Heart shape necklace Gold color: White 14K Dimensions: 44 cm Length Total weight: 2.97 grams Set with: - Columbian Emerald-2.45 carat Cut: Heart Color: Green
Emerald, White Gold
7.25 Carat Natural Burma Pink Sapphire Diamond Earrings 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A brilliant pair of 18K yellow gold Natural Burmese Pink Sapphires and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings. The Earrings Featuring Two Pink Sapphire Weight Is 6.75 Carats (Sapphires Are Viv...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,585Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold emerald and diamond ring, containing 1 emerald cut emerald weighing .38cts. and 26 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .30pts.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emeralds, Sapphires, White Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful and elegant cluster ring in 18 karat white gold structure mounted with a cabochon emerald surrounded by sapphires and white diamonds.
Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,075Sale Price / item|30% Off
14 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold emerald and diamond ring, containing 1 emerald cut emerald weighing .38cts. and 26 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .30pts.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$21,860Sale Price|20% Off
19.10ct Emerald & Diamond Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful emerald and diamond necklace. 19.10 carats total gemstone weight. 9 oval shaped emeralds, 6.53 carats, apx F2. 805 round and baguette cut diamonds, approximately G/H colo...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Emerald Ring Diamond Halo Setting 3.2 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald = 2.46 Carats Diamond = 0.74 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 US Custom sizing a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.43ct Green Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 0.43ct green emerald solitaire engagement ring in 18ct white gold is the perfect symbol of love.
Emerald, White Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Necklace 18" 14k White Gold 2.64 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace with an 18" chain and set in 14k White Gold with a ct weight of 2.64 TCW Certified $3,950 410445 This is a Unique Custom Made ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Alex Jona Emerald White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold tennis bracelet set with 2.54 carats of round cut Emeralds and 0.33 carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Impressive 18k White Gold Diamond & Emerald Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of stylized bow motif, this 18k white gold stunner features 223 round brilliant-and baguette-cut diamonds, totaling 10.35 carats, with five tassels set with 27 oval-shaped emeralds, ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamonds Emeralds, 18 kt White Gold Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Charming contemporary style bracelet in 18 kt white gold, 38.34 grams, studded with 4.38 ct diamonds and clear emeralds of 19.09 ct.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Drop Earring with Emeralds, Tourmalines and White Sapphires
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Drop Earring with Emeralds, Tourmalines and White Sapphires Made in 14k White Gold 1.04ct Oval Green Emerald 1.72ct Pink Rd Tourmaline 2.48ct White Sapphire 2.53grams
Emerald, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold, Emerald, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage white gold, emerald, and diamond ring. In 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$2,040Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K white gold and features 6 round cut emeralds weighing 0.41 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$372Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald-Cut Amethyst Drop Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald-Cut Amethyst Drop Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold This drop pendant necklace is crafted in 14k white gold and features an emerald-cut amethyst weighing approximately 0.55...
Amethyst, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Diamond Pendant 18" 14k White Gold 6.91 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Quality Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace with an 18" chain and set in 14k White Gold with a ct weight of 6.91 TCW Certified $12,975 402674 This is a Unique Custom Made G...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Sabaddini Italian 18K White Gold Emerald and diamond Ring
By Sabbadini
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A stunning emerald and diamond ring showcasing a 7.88ct cabochon emerald set in 18k white gold, accented with square white diamonds.
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
A magnificent necklace set with oval cabochon natural emerald of vivid bright green colour and very good lustre, weighing 28.34 carats in total accented with round brilliant cut di...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lady’s 14K White Gold Emerald And Diamonds Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lady’s 14K white gold Emerald and Diamonds ring. It depicts an emerald cut Emerald (8.4x 6.1 x 3.66mm; Color- vivid greenish blue, Clarity- natural garden inclusion, Type- ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald & Diamond 18k White Gold Flower Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The diamonds are bright white and add brilliance and sparkle to the piece.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bangle in White Gold with Emeralds, Malachite, Sapphires and White Diamonds
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
A masterpiece of movement and color, capturing the essence of nature. White Diamonds 2.45ct Blue Sapphires 0.16ct Emerald 1.76ct Malachite 2.25ct Pink Sapphires 0.38ct Tsavorite 0.6...
White Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,299Sale Price|27% Off
Zambian Emerald Earrings 2.38 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 = 2.38 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Dimensions: 9 x 7 mm
Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$999Sale Price|23% Off
Zambian Emerald Earrings 1.42 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 = 1.42 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Dimensions: 8 x 6 mm
Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 1.75 Carat Emerald, 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 14K white gold, this elegant ring showcases a 1.75-carat natural Zambian emerald framed by 0.70 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.53ct Green Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This stunning 18ct white gold ring features a beautiful 0.53ct green emerald in a classic solitaire setting.
Emerald, 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 ...
$1,284Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous Emerald White 18 Karat Gold Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
EARRINGS 18K White Gold Emerald 2.69 Cts/2 Pieces With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern jewellery...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18k White Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
Presenting a stunning contemporary ring adorned with vivid green emeralds and sparkling white diamonds arranged in an elegant crossover style.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage pair of 18k white gold stud earrings features an elegant combination of emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.03-Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Deira, AE
The center stone is beautifully framed by brilliant diamond accents totaling 0.19 carats, providing a crisp, icy contrast that enhances the emerald’s rich color. Expertly crafted in...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,612Sale Price|20% Off
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring, 0.85 Carat Emerald, 14K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 14K white gold, this elegant ring features a 0.85-carat natural Zambian emerald framed by 0.38 carats of natural round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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