Steven Battelle 35.1 Carat Tanzanite Diamond 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large, 17 x 26 mm, pear shaped cabochon tanzanite is set in a signature "3 point with jawan" ancient inspired high-karat granulated setting with a 1.8 mm VS1 diamond accent in the ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 22k Gold
31.42 Carat Sapphire 0.83 Carat Round H-SI Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 31.42 Carat Oval Shape and Pear Shape and Round Brilliant Sapphire 0.83 Carat Round Brilliant H SI Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace Style: Pendant Metal: 18 Karat Gold G...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
White Gold Citrine Rubellite Peridot Pendant 14k Pear 1.39ctw Abstract Leaf Vine
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Citrines Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .55ctw Cut: Pear Color: Yellow Natural Rubellite Carat(s): .30ct Cut: Pear Color: Purp...
Citrine, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.14 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is accented by a halo of large pear-shape diamonds weighing 2.41 carats, which add sparkle and brilliance to the piece.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
33 Carat Heart Cut Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Antique
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is 1 3/8 by 1 3/8 inches. The heart-shaped aquamarine weighing 33.17 Carats (24 x 22 x 12mm).
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$3,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.82 Carat Natural Drop Emerald Cocktail Pendant with Diamonds in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite pendant crafted in radiant 18K white gold. At the heart of its design is a graceful butterfly motif, artfully composed of vivid gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Red Rubellite Stones 9.37 carats in 14K White Gold Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Details SKU 2434 Metal type 14K White Gold Center Stone Rubellite Side Stones Diamonds Center Stone Quantity 3 Total Weight 9.37 carats Color Purplish Red Color intensity Vivid Shap...
Diamond, Rubelite, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Opal and diamond pendant in a 14k yellow gold setting. The setting is stamped 14k.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shaped Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite necklace features a beautiful Swiss blue topaz set in 18k white gold with sparkling diamonds! The 1.33 carat blue topaz is a lovely elongated pear shape with gorgeous,...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
27.00 Carat Australian Opal and Diamond Branch Motif Pendant
By bo•be jewellery
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
Opal Details: Weight: 27.00 carat Cut: Oval cabochon Colours: Orange, yellow, green, blue Size: 28.5 x 8.55 mm Diamond Details: 11 = 1.77 ct total diamond weight, pear cuts, suite o...
Opal, 18k Gold
Sapphire Diamond Invisible Set White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. 22 calibre cut sapphires invisible set into a pear style 18k white gold bezel with one accent diamond on the bail. 16 inch 18k white gold chain...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
G. Petochi 2.5 Carat European Diamond Sapphire 18k Tri Tone Gold Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
This 1980s pendant by G. Petochi is crafted in 18 karat tri tone gold and centers on a 2.50 carat old European cut diamond graded I color and SI2 clarity, framed by a pear shaped blu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
GIA Certified 3.50 Cts F/VS1 Pear & Round Diamonds Toi Et Moi Necklace 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant necklace features two GIA Certified diamonds totaling 3.50 carats, composed of a 2.00 carat Pear Shape diamond paired with a 1.50 carat Round Brilliant Cut diamond, grad...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Vintage Pear Diamond and Enamel Charm
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold pear charm has a Florentine finish that gives a light, matte texture to its surface. It is beautifully rendered with lifelike details—even down to the dot at the bottom...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
GIA 3.00 Cts D/VVS1 Double Pear Diamonds Toi Et Moi Infinity Necklace 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional necklace features two GIA Certified Pear Shape diamonds totaling 3.00 carats, composed of two diamonds weighing 1.50 carats each, graded D color and VVS1 clarity. Ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
55.44 Carat Diamond Tiara / Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Pear-Shaped, Marquise, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 55.44 carats. The center 3 Pear-Shaped Diamonds are GIA certified; 1.65 ca...
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Quartz over Mother of Pearl & Diamond Necklace 16" - 14k Pear Cab
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold & 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Quartz over Mother of Pearl Cut: Pear Checkerboard Cabochon Natural Diamond Carat(s): .03ct Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.00 Carats Total Diamond Flower Motif Chandelier Pendant with Milgrain 14K
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14K White Gold Natural Diamonds: 5.00 carats Diamond cuts: Round Brilliant, Pear Rose, Oval Rose, Round Rose Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2 Pendant length: 2.5" P...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K YG Collar Necklace with 6.4 Carat Baguette Diamonds & 5.34 Carat Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this luxurious 14 Karat Yellow Gold necklace, showcasing a mesmerizing 5.34-carat pear-shaped emerald. Accompanied ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brilliant Cut and Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Total Weight: 1.9 Grams Diamond Count: 1 brilliant cut and 1 pear shaped diamond Brilliant Cut Measurements: ~ 3 mm x 3 mm x 1.7 mm...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.74 Carat Radiant Cut FI Yellow-Round Diamond 14K Gold-Plat Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 4.74 Carat Radiant Cut Intense Fancy Yellow SI and Round Brilliant I VS and Pear Shape I VS Diamond 14 Karat Two Tone Gold/Platinum Pendant Necklace Style: Pendant Metal: 14 K...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Orloff of Denmark – Natural Indicolite Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Details Brand: Orloff of Denmark Gemstone: Natural Indicolite Tourmaline Origin: Umba River Valley, Tanzania Cut: Pear Tourmaline Weight: 2.03 carats Metal: Platinum Diamonds: 29 Ro...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum
$5,599Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.49 Carat Natural Diamond Pendant Station Necklace in 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elevate your everyday luxury with this elegant natural diamond station necklace crafted in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.49 carats of sparkling natural diamonds in a sophisticated mix ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Couture 14K Ethiopian Fire Opal Pendant with Emerald & 1.05ct Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A striking 14K yellow gold pendant centered with a vivid Ethiopian Welo opal measuring 21.3 × 9.5 mm, displaying exceptional fire with neon flashes of green, red, gold, and orange. T...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal
Platinum .54ct Australian Opal and Diamond Halo Pendant with 18" platinum chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
A platinum genuine earth mined Australian opal pendant with diamond halo. The pear cut opal measures about 8mm x 6mm and has lively play of color with primarily blue-green flash.
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Fine Emerald Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace in 18 Karat and Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Elegant and Classic Drop Pendant Necklace featuring in the center a fine pear cut Colombian emerald weighing 3.00 carats, minor traditional enhancement.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pink Sapphire, Rose Quartz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Features 14k rose gold .42 carat total weight round diamonds 4 oval shape faceted pink sapphires 3 faceted pear shape rose quartz 14K, 18' rose gold chain with adjustble loops at 1...
Diamond, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 5.00 Carats F/VVS1 Emerald & Pear Three-Stone Necklace in 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional three-stone necklace features GIA Certified diamonds totaling 5.00 carats, composed of two Emerald Cut diamonds totaling 3.00 carats (1.50 carats each) and a Pear Sh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace A necklace adorned with round-cut diamonds and a pear-shaped emerald drop.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
45.58 Carat TW Colombian Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Drop Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
45.58 Carat total chandelier drop necklace in 18k white gold. Featuring a GRS certified 18.82 carat Colombian emerald center stone with adorning heart cut emeralds and diamonds. Fixe...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Opal Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow and white gold. Delightful antique pendant, it is constituted of a line of three rose- cut diamonds which retain in pampille an pear- cut fire opal.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
Certified Natural Vivid Green Drop Shape Emerald Pendant in 14K Gold and Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
◆GEMSTONE: Natural Emerald & Diamonds ◆ WEIGHT OF EMERALD (CENTER): 1.95 Ct ◆COLOR OF GEMSTONE: Vivid Green (as stated in the certificate) ◆ SIZE OF EMERALD: 9.69 x 5.7 mm ◆ SHAP...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Blue Topaz & Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. in total) Center Gemstones Type: Blue Topaz Shape: Pear Size: 7 x 5 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.75 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones Type: Ruby Shape: French Cut Number...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
H. Stern Vintage 18K White Gold Pink Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By H. Stern
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your everyday elegance with this exquisite pre-owned H. Stern pendant necklace, a signature piece from the renowned Brazilian luxury jewelry house. Founded in 1945 by Hans St...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,686Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Necklace, 16.95ct Wedding Gift
Located in Deira, AE
A gold bead chain runs plain except for small clusters of pink tourmaline beads spaced along its length, leading to a pendant of an oval tourmaline in a diamond halo, a scrolled bow ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
0.90 Ctw Multi-Cut Diamond Gemstone Cluster Pendant 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Product Details Metal Type: 14k Gold Diamond Type: Natural Diamond Carat Total Weight (ctw): 0.90 Ctw Total Number of Stones: 3 pc Center Diamond Cut: Oval, Pear and Emerald Cut Diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Vivid Green Zambia Emerald Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
It is so prized, that carat for carat, a fine emerald may be two to three times as valuable as a diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Fancy Color Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Pear shape fancy color diamond : 0.51 carat ( fancy grayish yellowish green ) Round brilliant fancy color diamond : 0.70 carat ( Fancy intense yellow )...
Diamond, White Gold
French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Yellow Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of diamonds : 0.30 carat approximately. Length of the chain : 40 cm approximately, width : 1,4 mm approximately, height of the pendant : 3 cm approximately, width : 7,5 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.5 cts of Diamond Drilled Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The pendant also boasts five drilled white round diamonds totaling 0.27 carats, adding a touch of unique elegance.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Diamond Lavalier Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian/Belle Epoque Year: 1910s Metal: Platinum over 18k Yellow Gold Main Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.25 Cut: Antique Pear Color: I Clarity: I2 Accent Di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Rose Gold Royal Rose Quartz Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
* DESIGN CONCEPT---18k Rose Gold & Natural Rose Quartz Pendant Necklace. This pendant made with high-quality genuine pink rose quartz. The rose quartz is striking yet elegant. Rose q...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Citrine Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 3 Weight: 0.05 Carat (approx. in total) *This pendant will be supplied without a chain.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold Glass Filled Ruby Diamond Pendant on a Classic Box Chain Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Pendant Design: Ruby Pendant with Diamonds Material: 14k White Gold Gemstone Details: Thi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 15.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A Dazzling Display of Ruby Elegance This exquisite pendant features a stunning 15.03-carat mixed-cut ruby, a rare and highly sought-after gemstone. The ruby is set in a classic 3-pro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
17.9g Yellow Gold Elephant Necklace with Pear-Shaped Cut Diamonds by MAZARIN
Located in Geneve, CH
Elephant Neglige Necklace by MAZARIN Dimensions: W 3 x H 2.4 cm, Necklace dimensions : L78 cm ajustable. Materials: 17.9 g of recycled yellow gold 750/1000. 2 pear-shaped cut diamond...
Yellow Gold
GIA 4.00 Ct F/VS1 Cushion Pear Half Bezel Toi Et Moi Diamonds Necklace 18K Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant necklace features two GIA Certified diamonds totaling 4.00 carats, composed of a 2.00 carat Cushion Cut diamond paired with a 2.00 carat Pear Shape diamond, graded F col...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Cultured Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elegant pendant necklace featuring natural diamonds, emeralds and a single large cultured baroque pearl.
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Handcrafted Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant is crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcases a striking natural tanzanite as the centerpiece, measuring 24.5 × 18.5 mm in an oval cabochon cut, beautifully co...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
$73,500Sale Price|25% Off
AGL 18.92 Carat Black Opal with 25.94 Carat Tsavorite and Diamonds in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
It can be found listed separately by same designer. Pendant Detail: 18.92 Carat Oval Double Cabochon Australlian Black Opal *AGL Report # 1105700 - image attached to listing 8...
Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Platinum
1970s Lapis Emerald Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1970s Lapis Emerald Opal and diamond 14k yellow gold pendant brooch. The 1970s Lapis Emerald Opal and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch exemplifies the distinctive artistry and...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1925s Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
This elegant Art Deco pendant features an openwork pear-shaped motif adorned with antique-cut diamonds, and 3 geometric motifs at the bottom, also adorned with antique-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$8,685Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Natural Nacreous Pearl Pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early Victorian 15 kt. yellow gold and silver pendant with rose-cut diamonds and set in natural blister nacreous pearl. Made in Ca. 1830s Tested positive for 15 kt. gold and...
Pearl
Huge Two Oval Shape Amethyst Pendant Necklace/ Pin & Diamonds 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular pendant necklace/pin consists of two large perfect pear-shaped amethysts, totaling approximately 70 carats.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Pink Tourmaline Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. in total) PRIMARY STONE(S) Type: Natural Peridot Shape: Oval & Pear & Round Size: 2 - 3, 6 x 4 mm. Number: 14 Weight: 1.72 Carat (approx. in total) ACCENT STONE(S)...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 9k Gold
18K YG Pendant Necklace 13ct Round & Tapered Baguette Diamonds and 4.45ct Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Ideal for vintage and estate jewelry collectors, this stunning necklace is a testament to timeless beauty and exceptional craftsmanship, making it an exquisite addition to any fine j...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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.