2.00 Carat Diamond and Multi Color Sapphire White Gold Earrings
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.00 Carat Diamond and Multi Color Sapphire White Gold Earrings These stunning earrings have a
Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
Multi-Colored Briolette Gemstone Dangle Drop Earrings in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These exquisite dangle earrings, set in radiant 14 karat white gold, boast a vibrant and playful
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, W...
14K White Gold Retro Multi-Gemstone Diamond Cluster Ring, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking 14 karat white gold multi-gemstone diamond ring features a vibrant and artistic
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14...
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.5 in L 36 in
Multi Gem Station Necklace 14 Karat White Gold By The Yard Sautoir Amethyst
Located in New York, NY
, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz and Peridot Gems of varying cuts and sizes all bezel set and arrayed in a 14 Karat
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Black Enamel Diamond Earrings White 18K Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
18K White Gold Earrings Diamond 56-0,23 ct Weight 13,16 ct With a heritage of ancient fine
Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel
$4,927Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.4 in D 0.28 in L 7.49 in
Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Pearl White Gold Flowers Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This bracelet is made of 14K White Gold but we can make it also in 9 or 18K
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...
10.68 Carat Pink Morganite and White Diamonds, Cocktail Ring, 18k Gold GRS Cert.
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.33 carat decorated 7 square Garnet weighing 0.51 carat, surrounded by 168 round brilliant white
White Diamond, Morganite, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Whi...
Red Vitreous Enamel Ring 18k White Gold 0, 5 ct Solitaire 10 Diamonds 0.05ct G V
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Cocktail Collection Burgundy Red Vitreous Enamel Ring in White Gold with 0,5 ct
Diamond, Garnet, White Gold, 18k Gold
Scarab Ring in 18 Carat White Gold, 1 Moonstone 24.17 ct, 2 Rhodolites 0.67 ct
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
The most popular and widely recognised collection by Colleen B. Rosenblat. Engraved with the characteristic scarab motif, these colourful gems have been considered as lucky charms si...
Garnet, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.02 Carat Russian Demantoid 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Wedding Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant 14K White Gold Ring featuring 2.02 ct of top quality Russian Demantoid. Intricate design
Garnet, 14k Gold
$1,705Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.4 in D 0.28 in L 7.49 in
Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire White Gold Plate Flowers Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This bracelet is made of Sterling Silver with a White Gold Plate. We can make
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...
$9,800
H 0.32 in W 1.07 in L 1.86 in
Cat Kitten Ruby & Diamond Pave White Pearl 18K Rose Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Diamonds 1.88 CT 2 Green Garnet 0.08 CT 3 Ruby 2.90 CT 10 White Shell 4.95 CT 18KR 11.96 GM (WBTT)" 18K
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.8ct Rhodolite Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14k White Gold Cushion 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This ring is sure to make a statement with its 1.83 carat cushion cut red rhodolite center stone, embellished with a double halo of natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14k...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodolite, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Fancy & White Diamond Pave Set Lilly Flower Floral 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Garnet 0.22 CT 18KR 12.38 GM (WETT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Suzy Levian 18K White Gold Oval-Cut Green-Tsavorite White Diamond Bridal Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Polish Gemstone: Tsavorite, Garnet Metal Color: White Metal: Gold Birthstone Month: January Gemstone
Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.45 Carat Total Multi Pear Gemstone Cluster Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, dark pink, and dark orange. Each stone—ranging from peridot and blue topaz to amethyst, garnet, and
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, D...
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Dolphin Diamond Brooch 18KT White Gold Natural Rubies
Located in Jupiter, FL
Astonishgly beautiful dolphin made with natural rubies and diamonds in 18KT white gold. GRAM WEIGHT
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Bespoke 18 Kt White Gold Rectangular Engraved Modern Hasbani Cufflinks
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
completely bespoke and exquisite for the discerning gentleman. Expertly hand crafted in solid 18 karat white
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald...
Rainbow Sapphire and White Pearl Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
capture all colors of the rainbow. • Natural white Pearls • Sapphires, • Tanzanites • Garnet • Arizona
Pearl, Sapphire, Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, C...
Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Pendant Necklace is an art object with its unusual form. It
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, ...
Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ruby Poppy Flower Dangle Drop Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Over 3.5 ct diamonds, radiant demantoid garnet and passionate rubies make a great harmony on a
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Gold Pendant Necklace with Pink Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary pendant necklace is encrusted with a total of 14.36 carats of
Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire...
$13,003
W 0.02 in L 0.52 in
2.25 Carat Diamond Bespoke Three Drops Round Cut Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
and butterfly fittings, all set in 18 karat white gold. The earrings weight is approximately 2.9 grams
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire,...
White Gold Cocktail Ring with Twelve Carats Green Sapphires and Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Floral cocktail ring is an art object due to its sculptural
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, ...
Diamond Pave & White Mother of Pearl Bulldog Puppy 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
CT 2 Green Garnet 0.05 CT 2 Tiger Eye Stone 6.05 CT 2 White Shell 3.10 CT 18KR 11.29 GM (WBTT)" 18K
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Price Upon Request
Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Poppy Flower Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Over 2ct diamonds, radiant demantoid garnet and diamond-cut rubies made a great harmony on a poppy
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring with Paraiba Tourmaline and Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary ring is encrusted with diamonds, yellow sapphires
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
White Gold Tibetan Engagement Ring with Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary engagement ring an art object
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
White Gold Cocktail Ring with Twelve Carats Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary cocktail ring is an art object with its unusual form. It is
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, ...
White Gold Cocktail Ring with Twelve Carats Green Sapphires and Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Floral cocktail ring is an art object due to its unusual form
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, ...
$6,343
H 1.66 in L 1.66 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black White Diamond Ruby Drop Earrings
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
8 brilliant-cut natural Black Diamonds with a total weight of 0.36 Carat, and 8 brilliant-cut white
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Gre...
Eighteen Karat White Gold Floral Brooch with Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary brooch is an art object with its unusual form. It is
Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire...
Vibrant Italian 18K Solid Gold Choker with Rainbow Gems and 7ct White Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
A bold celebration of color, craftsmanship, and sheer luxury—this exceptional solid 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace is a statement piece of unmistakable elegance and Italian art...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Rube...
18 Karat White Gold Tibetan Ring with Paraiba Tourmaline, Diamonds and Emeralds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary ring an art object. It is
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
$16,108Sale Price|20% Off
Eighteen Karat White Gold Fourteen Carats Gems Cluster Ring with Pink Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary floral cluster ring is encrusted with: fancy pink and green
Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Spinel, ...
18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Bridal Ring with Copper Bearing Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tibetan 18 karat white gold contemporary bridal ring is encrusted with diamonds, and oval cut
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with White Diamonds and Tsavorite - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
white diamonds and tsavorite garnets. The ring is designed with a meticulous attention to detail
White Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Ceramic, Black Lacquer, Panthere Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Important Cartier 18k White Gold Tsavorite Garnet, Onyx, Black Lacquer, Ceramic Panther de Cartier
18k Gold, White Gold
$1,506
W 0.36 in L 0.44 in
Diamond Ruby 1.50 Cluster Earrings Round Oval Studs Modern 18 Karat White Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
the centre on each earring is surrounded by 10 white stunning diamonds, 20 diamonds for both, weighing
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, White Dia...
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement RIng
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 1.20 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.83 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 0.83 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 0.95 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.68 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 1.68 Carat White Diamonds. Set in an open
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.45 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 1.45 Carat White Diamonds. Set in an open
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2.18 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 2.18 Carat White Diamonds. Set in an open
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.70 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 0.70 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.50 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
ring. Handmade in 18 Karat White Gold, with a total of 0.51 Carat White Diamond. Set in an open gallery
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
18K White Gold Tsavorite & Diamond Ring 1.51ct Oval Tsavorite 1.02ctw Diamonds
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Description: Crafted in 18-karat white gold, this ring contains one oval faceted tsavorite garnet weighing
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,047
W 0.48 in L 0.79 in
Ruby 1.29 Ct Cluster Pendant 18 Kt White Gold Round Brilliant 0.60 Carat Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
brilliant cut white stunning diamonds weighing a total of 0.60 carat color G/H clarity SI, the ruby weighs
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emera...
Cluster Three Drop Flower Earrings 0.99 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
with post and butterfly fittings, all set in 18 karat white gold. The earrings weight is approximately
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.75 Carat Pave Set Cluster Round White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
These eye catching elegant Round Brilliant Diamond cluster stud earrings featuring white colour G/H
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Yellow Diamond, P...
18k White Gold 6.87ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond and Oval Cut Rhodolite Ga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 6.87ctw Natural Round Brilliant Diamond and Oval Cut Rhodolite Garnet Ring Material
Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.89 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Classic Drop 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in London, GB
post and butterfly fittings, in 18 karat white gold. The earrings weigh 1.90 grams and are British
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
14kt White Gold Mother's Heart Diamond Pendant Zodiac Birthstone Custom-To-Order
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt White Gold Mother's - Family Heart Diamond Pendant with Gemini (Twins) Zodiac Symbol
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue...
Handmade 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Kingfishers Brooch
Located in London, GB
E Wolfe & Company Handmade 18 carat Yellow and White Gold Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite Garnet and
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,054
W 0.16 in L 0.42 in
Three-Stone Round Cut 1.10 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
earrings, featuring a total of over 1 carat diamond (1.10 carat) diamond colour white G/H clarity SI eye
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
$3,560
W 0.17 in L 0.46 in
Diamond Round Cut 1.30 Carat Three-Stone 18 Karat White Gold Drop Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
earrings, featuring a total of over 1.30 carat diamond colour white G/H clarity SI eye clean, each stone is
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
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.
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Vintage and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
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