White Gold Diamond Solitaire Pendant 14k Round Brilliant .50ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: L Clarity: SI2 Total Carats: .50ct Style: Solitaire Measurements Tal...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Pendant - 14k Round Brilliant .50ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .50ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: SI2 Total Carats: .50ct Style: Solitaire Measurements Tall...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.50 Carats F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamond Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Indulge in the radiance and allure of this stunning GIA Certified 1.50 Carat F/VS1 Round Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18K gold.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Duo Solitaire Pendant - 14k Round Brilliant Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .07ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I Clarity: SI2 Style: Solitaire Theme: Heart Duo,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Plumeria Solitaire Pendant - 14k Round .16ct Flower Blossom
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .16ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: VS2 Total Carats: .16ct Style: Solitaire Theme: Plumeria, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Love Knot Solitaire Pendant - 14k Single Cut Triple Circle
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .02ct Cut: Single Color: I Clarity: VS2 Style: Solitaire Theme: Love Knot, Triple Circle Features: Brush...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace -14k Round Brilliant 1.63ctw Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.51ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Clarity: I1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace -14k Round Brilliant 1.63ctw Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): 1.51ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: E Clarity: I1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace 18" - 14k Round .35ctw Eternity Oval
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .15ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: Si2 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Garnet Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 16 1/2" - 18k Oval 9.60ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Garnet Carat(s): 8.00ct Cut: Oval Origin: Morogoro Tanzania Diamonds Carat(s): 1.60ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Cl...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Pendant Layering Elegant Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14k white gold and .72 carat natural mined solitaire diamond on 14k white gold box chain.
Diamond, White Gold
Recycled Gold Eboris Bud Necklace with Diamond by MAZARIN
Located in Geneve, CH
Recycled Gold Eboris Bud Necklace with Diamond by MAZARIN Dimensions: Motif : Length : 1 cm - Width : 1.1 cm Round forçat-link chain Adjustable length : 38 / 40 / 42 cm Materials: 3 ...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 47 Ct Pave set Diamond Riviera Necklace in 18 Kt White Gold 28" Long
Located in New York, NY
To achieve a solitaire-like look, each cluster consists of 4 Marquise cut diamonds and 1 Princess cut diamond, creating the illusion of a 3 carat solitaire.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$25,739Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Natural Emeralds and Diamonds Necklace, 8.73ct Anniversary Gift
Located in Deira, AE
The Zambian emerald total comes to 8.73 carats across the oval stones and pendant drop. The necklace measures 16 inches, sitting close to the collarbone with the diamond stations vis...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
$85,749Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 21.26ct Natural Diamond Riviera Necklace, Milestone Birthday Gift
Located in Deira, AE
At over 21 carats total diamond weight, this necklace sits well above the typical graduated riviera and into genuine statement-piece territory — sourcing enough well-matched diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
White Gold Fancy Deep Brown Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14k Star .54ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information: Natural Diamond Solitaire Carat: .30ct Cut: Star Color: Fancy Deep Brown Natural Diamond Accents Carats: .24ctw Cut: Single ...
Brown Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Ct F VS1 Radiant Diamond Bezel North-South Necklace 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Crafted in 18K white gold, the setting enhances the diamond’s fire and purity, creating a refined and timeless piece suitable for everyday luxury or special occasions. --- Details: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,428Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Natural Baguette Diamond Teardrop Necklace, 0.89ct Gift for Her
Located in Deira, AE
This suits someone looking for a diamond necklace with more visual presence than a solitaire, without stepping into large-carat pricing.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Necklace, 0.72cts Gift Her
Located in Deira, AE
The emerald weighs 0.72 carats, and diamonds in the halo total 0.23 carats at SI clarity and H-I color.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Pearl Ruby and Diamond Necklace and Earrings 18 Karat White Gold, Suite, Estate
Located in New York, NY
The set has approximately 4.5 carats of round brilliant cut Diamonds. Necklace comes with matching post earrings .
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Aquamarine Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval .49ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .40ct Cut: Oval Color: Swiss Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .09ctw Cut: Round Bri...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant - 18k .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Tahitian Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .20ctw Style: ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval 1.02ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Citrine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .99ct Cut: Oval Color: Orangey Yellow Natural Diamond Carat(s): .03ct Cut: Round Brilliant Co...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval .42ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Tanzanite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): .35ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .07ctw Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Peridot Diamond Pendant - 10k Pear 1.15ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Peridot Carat(s): 1.10ct Cut: Pear Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1 ...
Diamond, Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Citrine Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval 2.08ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Citrine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.93ct Cut: Oval Color: Orangey Yellow Clarity: SI1 Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .15ctw Cut: Ro...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Heart Pendant - 14k 1.40ct Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Date: May 5, 2026 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 1.40ct Cut: Heart Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Stone Note: (1) small Total ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Aquamarine Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval .46ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .40ct Cut: Oval Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Brilliant ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Pendant - 14k Pear .30ctw Scallop
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Emerald Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .25ct Cut: Pear Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .05ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Cl...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Two gorgeous white diamonds sit in a prong setting on these sparkling stud earrings. Crafted in 14k white gold, these diamond stud earrings feature a high polish finish. These stunni...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Cultured Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant - 14k .10ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Akoya Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .10ctw ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Pendant - 14k Round .91ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .68ct Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .23ctw Cut: Baguette Color: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eboris Sculptural Recycled Gold Drop Necklace by MAZARIN
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 3 g of recycled yellow gold 750/1000. 1 brillant-shaped diamond of 0.25 carat.
Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Diamond Pendant - 14k Pear Cabochon .79ctw Teardrop
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Australian Opal Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Pear Cabochon Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .09ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Cla...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Aquamarine Diamond Pendant 18k Rectangular Step Cut 3.24ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 3.20ct Cut: Rectangular Step Cut Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .04ctw Cut: Round Brill...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Halo Pendant 14k Round 7.10
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rhodolite Garnet Carat(s): 6.80ct Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: ...
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold South Sea Baroque Pearl Diamond Pendant 14k .38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured South Sea Baroque Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .38ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: VS1...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Pendant 40Ct Natural Ruby No Heat & Black & White Diamond 18KWG
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Large Pendant 40Ct Natural Ruby No Heat & Black & White Diamond 18KWG This Large eye catching Pendant Necklace with is crafted from 18 Karat gold and features large Pear-shap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Moi Toi Pendant Cluster Diamond Pendant, 14k Solid Gold, Emerald Cut, SI GH
Located in New York, NY
FEATURES • Gold Kt: 14K • Diamond Type: Natural Diamond • Total CTW: 0.90Ct • Total Number of Stones: 3 pc • Center Diamond Cut: Oval, Pear and Emerald Cut • Diamond Color: SI or bet...
Diamond, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant 0.80ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
0.80 carat round brilliant diamond solitaire pendant in 14k yellow gold setting. The setting tests 14k. The diamond is J to K color, has Si2 clarity, and good cut. The pendant measur...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pendant 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Style: Solitaire with Accents Measu...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Carat Princess-Cut Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Two gorgeous white diamonds sit in a prong setting on these sparkling stud earrings. Crafted in sterling silver, these diamond stud earrings feature a high polish finish. These stunn...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pendant - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Diameter: 7.6mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Style: Soli...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver 3/8 Carat Princess-Cut Square Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Two gorgeous white diamonds sit in a prong setting on these sparkling stud earrings. Crafted in sterling silver, these diamond stud earrings feature a high polish finish. These stunn...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
White Gold Diamond Pearl Pendant - 14k Round Brilliant 1.00
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): (1) small Cut: Round Brilliant Cultured Pearl Total Carats: 1.00 Style: Solitaire with Accent Measurem...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 3/4 Carat Round-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 3/4 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1/3 Carat Round Brilliant-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 1/3 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 3/4 Carat Round Brilliant-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 3/4 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1/3 Cttw Round Brilliant-Cut Pink Diamond Solitaire Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
The studs include dazzling treated pink diamonds with a total weight of 1/3 carats and come with a push back clasp for a secure and comfortable fit.
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4 Carats D Color VVS1 Clarity Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional GIA Certified 4.00 carat Round Brilliant Cut diamond is graded D color and VVS1 clarity, representing the highest standards of colorless purity and remarkable brilli...
Diamond
Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Total weight is 7 1/2 Cttw and each individual stone is approximately 3 3/4 Cttw. • Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 7.92 • Diamond ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Coordinate these earrings with your favorite diamond necklace or other diamond jewelry to create a complete elegant ensemble.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Coordinate these earrings with your favorite diamond necklace or other diamond jewelry to create a complete elegant ensemble.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Total weight is 9 1/2 Cttw and each individual stone is approximately 4 3/4 Cttw. • Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 9.612 • Diamond...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Total weight is 7 1/2 Cttw and each individual stone is approximately 3 3/4 Cttw. • Metal: .925 White Sterling Silver with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 7.92 • Diamond ...
Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$5,032Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Oval Solitaire Ring 0.82 Ct with Diamond Twist Band 18K Gold
Located in Deira, AE
An oval-cut diamond rests within a flowing arrangement of intersecting curves, creating a composition rich in movement, light, and balance. The sculptural band weaves gracefully arou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
0.78 ct Marquise Diamond Solitaire Marquise & Round Accent Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Discover elegant Diamond Necklaces designed for layering or standalone wear, along with Diamond Bracelets and Tennis Bracelets that pair beautifully with these earrings.
Diamond, Gold, 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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
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.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.