Flower Rain Earrings, pink sapphires and 14K white gold
Located in PRAHA 3, CZ
A pair of long Flower Chain earrings made in 14kt gold with natural pink sapphires. Wear them with your hair tied up for a special occasion or anytime in summer days. Best to pair w...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Flower Milgrain Earrings in 14K White Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Flower Milgrain Earrings in 14K White Gold with Pave Diamonds totaling 1.27ct with leaver backs
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$44,800Sale Price|20% Off
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Flower Earrings in 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
Fashioned in luxurious 18K white gold, each earring is designed as a stylized six-petal flower, entirely pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds that total approximately 4.00 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 2 Carat Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Modern Estate Composition: 14K White Gold Primary Stone: One Hundred Round Brilliant Diamonds Total Carat Weight: Approximately 2 Carats Color/Clarity: F-G / SI2-VS2 Earring Dim...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Diamond Lilly Flower 18K White & Yellow Gold Brushed Finish Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.90x2.90x2.10cm Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "72 White Diamonds 0.56 CT 18KY 26.12 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Our Jewelry Collection...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,341Sale Price / item|20% Off
Flower Studs White Gold 18K Earrings Diamond For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
EARRING 18K White Gold Diamond 0.13 Cts/2 Pcs MQ 1.68 Cts/14 Pcs PE 0.63 Cts/6 Pcs
White Gold
Pave Diamond Flower Stud Earring 14k White Gold Minimalist
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Flower Stud Earring 14k White Gold Minimalist Jewelry Diamond Tops Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, u...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
14KT White Gold Garnet and Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
The eye-catching pendant is shaped like a four-petal blossom or a decorative cross, composed of contrasting gemstone cuts. The top and bottom petals feature trillion-cut smoky quartz...
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Flower Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 18 round brilliant cut = 0.22cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: earrings measure approximately 5.68mm in diameter Fastenings: friction backs We...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire White Diamond & Green Garnet Lilly Flower White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.70x2.90x2.10cm Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "288 Blue Sapphire 4.27 CT 96 White Diamonds 0.65 CT 10 Green Garnet 0.13 CT 18KW 18.01 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious ...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
SBQ Puffed Flower Single Statement Earring White 14K Gold
Located in PRAHA 3, CZ
SEEN BY QUEEN Puffed Flower Earring is a sculptural statement piece that combines 14kt solid gold with stainless steel and a white diamond set into a custom gold bedding.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold
$1,747 / item
14K White Gold Diamond Flower Stud Earrings for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Wonderfully lovely and artfully unique, this set of flower earrings is sure to brighten and cheer your day.
Diamond, White Gold
Italian White Gold Dangle Earrings Flower Design with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
These Italian White Gold Dangle Earrings are a beautiful blend of modern elegance and delicate floral design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,500Sale Price|31% Off
AENEA 18k White Gold Palladium Orange Sapphire White Diamonds Flower Earrings
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
This beautiful Clover Earrings go very well with your chosen attire, whatever it will be. The crisp, fancy Orange Sapphires are attractive and held back at the same time. If it is a ...
White Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,130Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Black and White Diamond Dainty Flower Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
You shall need Diamond Dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring oval cut gemstone. If you love to gravitate tow...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14K White Gold Flower Motif Blue and White Diamond Stud Earrings
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
14k white gold mounts a natural blue and white diamond cluster star shaped diamond stud earrings. These stud earrings feature round-cut natural Blue diamonds in a prong setting, pai...
White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Earrings Warda White Gold Three Circles with Oriental Flower
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Earrings Warda White Gold Three Circles with Oriental Handmade Flower.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Flower Stud Earrings Estate Floral
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 14K white gold stud earrings featuring a flower-inspired design with 4 natural oval emeralds and 5 brilliant round diamonds per earring.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Flower Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond and Ruby Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 3.75 inches Width: 0.75 inches Metal: 14k White Gold W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Rose Flower Drop Earrings Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K White Gold Diamond Rose Flower Drop Earrings. Metal: 14K White Gold Gemstones: Brilliant Round Diamonds - Total 0.4 Carats Accent Stones: Natural Round Sapphires - Total 0.4 Cara...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,299 / item
Diamond Stud Flower Earrings One Cttw. in White Gold
Located in Derby, NY
Sweet and timeless, these diamond flower cluster earrings make the perfect gift for any occasion.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Baguette Diamond Floral Flower Stud Earrings Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Metal: 18K White Gold Stones: Round & Baguette Diamonds 1.3 CTW Design: 6-Petal Floral Flower Stud Diameter: 0.50 inch each Weight: 4 grams (pair) Condition: Estate / Pre-owned
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Flower Cluster Halo Stud Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Total Weight: 2.9 Grams Diamond Count: 38 brilliant cut Earring Diameter: 10.3 mm Diamond Carat Weight: ~ 1.00 carats Diamond Col...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire White & Fancy Diamond Lilly Flower 18K Rose Gold Flower Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.80x2.50x1.30cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "24 White Diamonds 0.18 CT 2 Fancy Diamonds 0.12 CT 282 Pink Sapphire 5.74 CT 18KR 16.57 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious ...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Invisible Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely sapphire stud earrings that you can use as everyday. We use the top quality Sapphire for our invisible setting. It is sweet blue and very sparking. The invisible is a highly...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Champagne and White Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful cluster of diamond earrings, with champagne and white color round brilliant-cut diamonds, set in 18K white gold. The estimated weights are 12.96 ct. for the champagne dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Australian Black Opal Diamond Flower Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Earring Diameter: 0.80" x 0.55" Total Weight: 4.8 Grams Australian Black Opal Count: 2 round Australian Black Opal Diameter: ~5 ...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire White & Fancy Diamond Lilly Flower 18K Rose Gold Flower Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x2.30x0.20cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "42 White Diamonds 0.17 CT 6 Fancy Diamonds 0.32 CT 237 Pink Sapphire 2.64 CT 48 Ruby 0.47 CT 18KR 12.75 GM (WBTT)" 18K ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold and Round Diamond Flower Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 14 round cut= 0.28cttw Color: H-I Clarity: SI2-I1 Dimensions: the earrings measure 7.60mm in diameter Fastenings: friction backs ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Flower Pave Ruby Design Earrings with Yellow Gold Clip-On
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
These stunning floral earrings blend elegance and artistry, inspired by nature. Each earring features delicate petals encrusted with shimmering diamonds for brilliant sparkle. At the...
White Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt White gold Three Flower Cluster Earring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt White gold Three Flower Cluster Earring with Citrine, Blue Topaz and Rubelite and Diamonds
Citrine, Topaz, Rubelite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Carat White Gold Invisible Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely sapphire stud earrings that you can use as everyday. We use the top quality Sapphire for our invisible setting. It is sweet blue and very sparking. The invisible is a highly...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Ruby Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
The top quality ruby which make in invisible setting. We set the stone in perfection as we are professional in this kind of setting more than 40 years. The invisible is a highly tec...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Flower Omega Back Earrings #24791
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold and Diamond Flower Omega Back Earrings- These sparkling 14K white gold earrings each feature 21 round brilliant cut diamond set in a lovely flower design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Earrings Flower Vintage 14K White Gold Dangle 1.66 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Earrings Flower Vintage 14K White Gold Dangle 1.66 TDW These gorgeous vintage earrings are crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with natural diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Flowers on Stem Climber Earrings in 18K White Gold
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Elevate your everyday style with these exquisite white gold climber earrings, crafted from fine 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Flower Diamond Drop Earrings Secure Latch Back
Located in Sewickley, PA
Elegant and timeless, these vintage-style drop earrings feature sparkling round diamond clusters set in luminous 18K white gold. Each earring showcases a beautifully detailed circula...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
ECJ Collection 18k White Gold Diamond&Sapphire Flower Earrings
By ECJ Collection
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
East Coast Jewelry Collection Flower Earrings Diamond: 0.96cts Pink Sapphire: 4.43cts Reference number: ECJ01142
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 1.52 Carat Diamond and Pearl Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection with our stunning Diamond and Pearl Earrings. Each earring features a lustrous pearl at the center, surrounded by a halo of sparkling round white diamonds. Th...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.50 Carats Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Flower Stud Earrings
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful & Classic Cluster Flower Stud Earrings The earrings are 14K White Gold There are 3.50 Carats In Diamonds E/F VS The earrings measure 7/16" wide There are 7 round diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond Deco Flower Drop Earrings with 20K White Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Trinity deco flower drop earrings set in 20 Karat White Gold with 6.98-carat Black Diamonds and 0.92-carat White Diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold
$1,038Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 0.75ctw Fancy Brown & White Diamond Flower Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Channel Set - 2 White Color & 12 Fancy Brown Color - Fiery Diamonds - VS2-SI2 Clarity - 0.75ctw (approx.) ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.59 Carat Diamond Flower Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the allure of the 2.59 Carat Diamond Flower Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold. These exquisite earrings offer a captivating Daisy Diamond Daze.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Flower Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 2.5 Grams Earring Diameter: ~9 mm x 9 mm Diamond Count: 6 single cut Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Flower Drop Earrings #18267
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Flower Drop Earrings- These sparkling drop earrings each feature 27 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,799Sale Price|20% Off
Whimsical Bloom: 14K White Gold Flower and Tree Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the beauty of nature with these enchanting 14K white gold earrings adorned with delicate flower and tree motifs, embellished with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold 2.42ct Pear Shaped Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and elegant is the best way to describe these diamond flower stud earrings. The flower is composed of 5 pear shaped diamond petals and 1 round brilliant diamond in the cente...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian 18K White Gold Black Onyx Flower Earrings, Signed MC
Located in Miami, FL
An elegant and sculptural pair of Italian floral earrings, crafted in 18K white gold and signed MC, denoting atelier manufacture.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 9.56ct Pear-Cut Ruby Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in Trumbull, CT
Crafted in 14k white gold with a refined back gallery and secure push-back closure, these earrings exude sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Black and White Diamond Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Look at these cute 18k Black and White Diamond Flower Earrings. Crafted in 18k white gold, these earrings feature a total of 5 carats of sparkling diamonds, including 0.66 carats of ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Luca Carati 18K Rose & White Gold Dimond Flower Earrings 1.29Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of estate earrings is finely crafted in solid 18K rose and white gold, made in the shape of beautiful flowers.
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
Luca Carati Dimond Flower Earrings 18K Rose & White Gold 1.31Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of estate earrings is finely crafted in solid 18K rose and white gold, made in the shape of beautiful flowers.
Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
18 Kt White Gold 2 Ct Stud Earrings , Flower Design
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT WHITE GOLDEN FLOWER DESIGN STUD EARRINGS WITH DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold SIZE: 11.2 mm WEIGHT: 3 grams DIAMONDS: Earth Mined Natural Brilliant cut diamonds, 2 Cts...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Flower Shaped Stud Earrings Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.046g, Diamond:2.81ct, Size: 15x15 MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cellini 18KT White Gold 3.15CT Diamond Marquise Flower Stud Earrings
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Feminine and elegant is the best way to describe these diamond flower stud earrings. The flower is composed of 6 perfectly cut marquise cut diamond petals .
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Flower Floral Vintage Style Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Round diamonds create the eight petals in this intriguing vintage inspired flower earrings. A 3.5 mm. round diamond is set in the center for the flower design. This is an Edwardian s...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$11,957Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Chaumet Diamond Flower Earrings 18 Karat Yellow White Gold
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage Chaumet diamond flower earrings in 18 karat yellow and white gold, circa 1960.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold .30ct Diamond Flower Stud Earrings for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
These Beautiful Cluster Flower Studs are crafted of 14K White Gold and feature 10 Round Diamonds weighing a total of 0.32 ct.
Diamond, White Gold
Peter Suchy 1.10 Carat Diamond White Gold Flower Petal Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond flower petal earrings in white gold. 10 round brilliant cut diamonds approx. 1.10 ts.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.00 Carat Diamond Flower Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Discover the epitome of elegance with our 2.00 Carat Flower Diamond Drop Earrings in exquisite 18K White Gold, featuring a graceful arrangement of four intricately crafted flowers.
Diamond, 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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