18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '10 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '2 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '4 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '10 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '7 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '4 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '3 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '7 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet '7 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Center Gemstone Sha...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamonds 5.00 Carat 18 Karat White Gold Classic Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18K White Gold Four Prong Tennis Bracelet. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a continuous line of dazzling round-cut nat...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Diamonds 8.00 Carat 18 karat White Gold Modern Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18K White Gold Four Prong Tennis Bracelet. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a continuous line of dazzling round-cut nat...
Diamond, White Gold
Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat Yellow Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond 5.01 carats 18 Karat White Gold Classic Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Wrap her wrist in the timeless elegance and unparalleled beauty of this round-shape diamond tennis bracelet, where each diamond is expertly claw-set in 18k white gold to showcase its...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$21,592Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 9.10 Carats 18 KT White Gold Baguette Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A chic row of channel set baguette diamonds flanked by classic round brilliant diamonds in a dome shaped setting, the bracelet embodies simple elegance at any occasion. Make sparkle...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.72 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This tennis bracelet feature 1.72 carat of diamonds. Each diamond weight 0.04 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Step into the luxurious world of fine jewellery with this exquisite sapphire and diamond tennis bracelet, expertly crafted in high polish 18 carat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 4.73 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Delicately crafted with precision, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features 2.78 carats of dazzling diamonds, creating a harmonious balance of elegance and brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$7,252Sale Price|20% Off
Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat Yellow Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$7,342Sale Price|20% Off
Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat Pink Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat pink gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold 11.6 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet embodies timeless elegance, designed with 11.6 carats of radiant rubies and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 14.909 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases the luxurious allure of 14.909 carats of sapphires and diamonds, thoughtfully arranged to offer an elegant interplay of light and color.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$7,208Sale Price|20% Off
Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat White Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 8.7 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Exuding timeless elegance, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases 8.7 carats of breathtaking emeralds and diamonds arranged in perfect harmony.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 9.82 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet is an exquisite composition of 9.82 carats of sapphires and diamonds, meticulously designed to create a harmonious balance of opulence and elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 15.86 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet captivates with its harmonious blend of 15.86 carats of sapphires and diamonds, showcasing a refined design that exudes luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 9.93 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Radiating refined luxury, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features 9.93 carats of exquisite emeralds and diamonds in an impeccably curated design.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 9.16 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A breathtaking union of timeless elegance and expert craftsmanship, the 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases 9.16 carats of sapphires and diamonds in perfect harmony.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 7.22 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A seamless interplay of elegance and artistry, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a captivating arrangement of 7.22 carats of emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 8.56 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elegance meets masterful craftsmanship in this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet, featuring a breathtaking composition of 8.56 carats of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 5.71 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Exuding timeless sophistication, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases 5.71 carats of dazzling emeralds and luminous diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Princess Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat 9.40 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Princess Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k 9.40 Carats Fifty Four Princess Cut Diamonds Weighing 9.40 Carats Approximately {GH VVS-VS1] 6 7/8 inches in length We can only sell this...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 12.03 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An exquisite blend of elegance and craftsmanship, the 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a striking arrangement of 12.03 carats of sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 6.63 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet presents a masterful arrangement of 6.63 carats of radiant rubies and dazzling diamonds, meticulously crafted to embody timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 11.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An exquisite display of artistry and elegance, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a stunning combination of 11.52 carats of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold, Approximately 30 Carats
Located in Roma, RM
An exceptional statement of brilliance and craftsmanship, this impressive vintage diamond bracelet showcases approximately 30 carats of dazzling diamonds arranged across a wide, flex...
Diamond, White Gold
Tennis Bracelet 18-Carat White Gold Set with Diamonds for 4 Carat
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Superb bracelet in 18 carat white gold, line of diamonds set for 4 carats in total color / G and purity VS1 the setting is in perfect condition total weight: 9.78 grams in perfect co...
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat TT Diamond 0.81 Carat/72 Pieces
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K TT Diamond 0.81 Cts/72 Pcs
Diamond, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 10.59 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 10.59 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet We always love to flaunt the accessories we adorn when we dress special for special occasions.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 2.60 Carat Sapphire 0.22 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage tennis bracelet crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1990. The piece features: - 17 sapphires, oval cut, TW 2.60ct, B 7/4, SI-P1 - 17 diamonds, round brilliant cut, TW 0.22c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
8.80 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
8.80 Carat Multi-Sapphire Tennis Bracelet Details of the piece: Multi-Sapphire: 8.80 carats Diamond : 2.43 Gold : 18 K
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$9,700 / item
18 Karat Gold Tennis Diamond Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K white in gold. It is hand set in 3.39 carats of sparkling diamonds. Wear it alone or stack it with your favorite pieces. Available in white, rose...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.1 Carat Diamond Bolo Tennis Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
This unique twist on a tennis bracelet consists of 14 karat white gold and 18 round VS2, I-J diamonds totaling 3.1 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$43,360Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander 12.65 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18-Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern straight emerald cut diamond tennis bracelet. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 52 emerald cut diamonds, 12.65 carats. Approximately F/G color and VVS clarity....
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$42,920Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander 13.37 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18-Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern straight oval cut diamond tennis bracelet. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 45 oval cut diamonds, 13.37 carats. Approximately F/G color and VS2/SI1 clarity. 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Carat Emerald 0.8 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Total number of diamonds are 16 and diamond weighs 0.80 ct. The bracelet is expertly crafted with 17 grams of 18 karat gold .
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.00 Carat Baguettes Marquise Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat G/Vs*
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Tonneau Alternating Tennis 6.00ct. Natural diamonds bracelet. Baguettes & Marquise, full cuts 2.25ct marquise & 3.75ct diamonds. G color Vs-2 clarity. 9...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Tennis Bracelet
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This radiant diamond tennis bracelet is exquisitely crafted in 18 karat white gold and showcases the brilliance of 245 natural brilliant-cut diamonds, meticulously arranged in a mira...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18-Carat White Gold Tennis Bracelet, Paving with Modern-Cut Diamonds
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Elegant bracelet in 18 carat white gold, line of modern cut diamonds, in pavé for a total of 0.45 carat, very bright the setting is in very good condition total weight: 3.58 grams le...
Diamond, White Gold
Certified 6.35 Carat Diamond Alternative Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Certified 6.35 Carat Diamond Alternative Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold featuring a combination of pear-shaped and marquise-cut white diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,992Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond Bracelet 4.04ct 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Wrap her wrist in the exquisite and unsurpassed beauty of this round-shape diamond tennis bracelet. Each diamond is expertly claw-set in 18k gold, allowing the full brilliance and sh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 2.86 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 2.86 Carat Diamond "Invisible-Set" Diamond Tennis Bracelet Being minimal yet flashing style in your own way is the most classy thing a woman can wear as simplici...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 11.50 Carat VS Sapphire 1.80 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage tennis bracelet crafted in 18K white gold. Safety chain - 14K gold. Circa 2000. The piece features: - 17 sapphires, oval cut, TW 11.50ct, B 7/3, VS - 18 diamonds, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold 7.77 Carat Solitaire Diamond Tennis Contemporary Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 7.77 Carat Solitaire Diamond Tennis Contemporary Bracelet The timelessness of this tennis bracelet is outstanding.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.82 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 0.82 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet This classy and elegant diamond solitaire thin tennis bracelet is eternal.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.81 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.81 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet This classy and elegant diamond solitaire thin tennis bracelet is eternal.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.81 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.81 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet This classy and elegant diamond solitaire thin tennis bracelet is eternal.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.5 Carat Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
By Regent Jewelers
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This beautiful diamond line tennis bracelet features 38 round brilliant cut diamonds averaging I in color Vs2 in clarity. The diamonds are expertly set with four prongs in an 18 Kara...
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.
Vintage tennis bracelets are a no-brainer for those of us who remain unabashedly nostalgic for 1980s or 1990s fashion. And as long as the casual-luxe look is hot — and it is — men's tennis bracelets, diamond tennis bracelets and other versions of these understated accessories will remain on trend.
The term “tennis bracelet” is relatively new. It stems from a tennis match that Chris Evert — the first player to win 1,000 singles matches — played in an early round of the U.S. Open during the late 1970s. A diamond and gold bracelet that the celebrated athlete had been wearing broke, and play was stopped while she scrambled to look for it on the court. At the time, minimalist fine jewelry was the order of the day. While fashion jewelry had undeniable appeal, the ornate diamond confections popular in previous decades were neither suited to the office nor the disco dance floor, and many people sought subtle but sophisticated jewelry designs to wear for both work and play.
Subdued ornament in the manner of Elsa Peretti’s versatile 1970s-era necklaces and bracelets for Tiffany & Co. wowed wearers and garnered media acclaim at the time, and the design of Evert’s straight-line bracelet, the kind that had likely been referred to as an “eternity bracelet” before then, spoke to what was a popular type of jewelry during the era. Demand for versions of Evert’s uncomplicated accessory soared in jewelry boutiques across the United States in the years and decades following the match. The tennis star would eventually earn ninth place on the Tennis Channel’s “100 Greatest of All Time” list.
The diamond tennis bracelets worn these days differ little from those crafted during the 1970s, although they’re likely outfitted with sturdier clasps that prevent them from coming apart during extensive tennis matches. Today, there is a wide range of popular unisex tennis bracelets as well as men’s tennis bracelets, although they don't have to be exclusively dotted with diamonds. A vintage Tiffany tennis bracelet, for example, might feature emeralds, rubies or sapphires set in platinum or yellow gold.
Shop Cartier tennis bracelets, diamond tennis bracelets, Harry Winston tennis bracelets and other bracelets to meet every taste on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.