1.35 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Leaf Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stud earrings has been crafted from 18-karat gold and hand set with 1.35 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1.8 Carat Diamond Flower/Cluster Stud Earring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous pair of earrings with an enormous amount of look and sparkle! 1.8 carats diamonds set in solid 18 Karat White Gold with omega backs. Cluster earrings, 5 petal surrounding ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.35 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Round Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stud earrings has been crafted from 18-karat gold and hand set with 1.35 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Single Graduating Climber 0.17 Carat Diamond Bezel Gold Right Earring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Single Right Ear Graduating Climber The earring is 18K White Gold There are 0.17 Carats F VS in Diamonds The 5 diamonds are bezel set. The earring measures 9/16" long The earring wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 4.70 carats emerald and 1.60 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
5.66 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful stud earrings are cast in 18-karat gold and hand set in 5.66 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1.35 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 10 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 1.35 carats emerald and 1.25 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold
3.16 Carat Emerald Diamond 10 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 10 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 3.16 carats emerald and .43 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold
$9,700 / item
2.45 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Star Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful star stud earrings are hand set with 2.45 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2.12 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 2.12 carats emerald and .60 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
2.10 Carat Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These stunning stud earrings are handset with 2.10 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
3.3 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, this stud earrings is set with 3.3 carats of sapphire and .83 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.85 Carat Diamond 10 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 10-karat gold, these beautiful stud earrings are hand set with 1.85 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.10 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 5.10 carats emerald and .22 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
2.70 Carats Diamond Snowflakes 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 2.70 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
3/5 Ctw Emerald Cut Diamond Stud Earring Bezel Set 14K Solid Gold SI GH
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold / Yellow Gold / Rose Gold Please let us know your gold color preference through inbox message. Total Diamond Weight: 0.60 CT / 2Pcs ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.41 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful stud earrings are handmade in 18K gold. It is set with 4.41 carats emerald and .44 carats diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Marquise Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver, this stud earrings is set with .6 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
6.71 carats Amethyst Tsavorite Diamond 14K Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These earrings are hand set in 14K gold, 6.71 carats amethyst, .65 carats tsavorite and .24 carat diamonds. See matching ring, earrings and pendant. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 5/8 Cttw Princess-Cut Black Diamond Classic 4-Prong Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the captivating allure of these classic princess-cut black diamond stud earrings. The two diamonds, weighing 5/8 cttw, have been treated to enhance their natural beauty, g...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rosecut Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver, these stud earrings are set with .8 carats of diamonds with blackened finish.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$2,750 / item
18 Karat Gold 2.35 Carat Opal Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning 2.35 carats Opal diamond stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat white gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.92 Carat Tanzanite Carat 18 Karat Gold Diamond Fan Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these earrings are set with 2.92 carats tanzanite and 1.5 carats of glimmering diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collecti...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.20 carat emerald diamond 18k yellow gold stud earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These elegant vintage emerald and diamond stud earrings are a beautifully geometric 1980’s design, centered by 2 emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.20 carats in total.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.22 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat white gold, these stunning stud earrings are hand set with 5.22 carats emerald and 5.15 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.22 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cascade Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these stunning earrings are hand set with 3.22 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive piec...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 2 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Gorgeous pair of vintage Natural Ruby diamond cluster earrings handcrafted in solid 18k white Gold. They are set with Bright Natural Ruby Oval cut in the center, total weight 2 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,200 / item
Floral Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat and sterling silver, these beautiful floral stud earrings are hand set with .22 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,750 / item
Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stud earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and sterling silver, set in 6.3 carats ruby and 0.6 carats glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2.60 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Floral Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 2.60 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pie...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver, these beautiful stud earrings are set with 2.85 carats of emerald, 1.08 carats black & white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold
7.89 Carat Fancy Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful fancy diamond earrings are handmade in 18-karat gold and set with 7.89 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusiv...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
13.59 Carat Carved Topaz Ruby Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18-karat gold. These beautiful stud earrings are set with 13.59 carats hand carved topaz and .32 carats ruby. See other flower collection matching pieces. FOLLOW MEGHNA JE...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold
$1,750 / item
Leaf Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold & sterling silver, these stud earrings are hand set with 0.57 carats diamonds in blackened finish.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$5,500 / item
Moonstone Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18K gold and sterling silver, these beautiful stud earrings are hand set in 14.65 carats rainbow moonstone & .83 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1.25 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 1.25 carats of sparkling diamonds. Available in white, rose and yellow gold. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to v...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. These beautiful stud earrings are set with 5.2 carat rubies & .57 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Gemistry Victorian 10.55 Carat T.W. Diamond and Tsavorite Cube Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This Gemistry Victorian 10.55 Ct. T.W. Diamond and Tsavorite Cube Stud Earrings features Tsavorite cubes dangling form diamond studded surmount. Rendered in 18k gold and 925 silver t...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1.22 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Halo Pendant and Earrings Set
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Beautiful & Classic Set The post earrings are 18K White Gold 0.26Ct in Diamonds F/G VS/SI 0.72Ct in Natural Emeralds The earrings measure 5/16" The earrings weigh 2.8 grams...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.99 Carat Tanzanite 18 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 3.99 carats tanzanite and 1.39 carats diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection &...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.25 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Original old mine cushion cut diamond stud earrings. GIA certified diamonds circa 1880. Set in new 18k yellow gold classis basket setting. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy wor...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,950 / item
9.3 Carat Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. These pearl earrings are hand set in 9.3 carats pearl, sapphire and .63 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest coll...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry 5.03 Carat Pink Diamond Flower Stud Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
2 center natural pink diamonds 1.50ct 24 diamonds 3.36ct 36 round diamonds 0.16ct From The Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry Located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing a ver...
Pink Diamond
1.63 Carat Ruby Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these baguette earrings are hand set with 1.63 carats of ruby and .61 carats of baguette-cut diamonds for just the right amount of sparkle. FOLLOW MEGHNA ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.05 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 2.05 carats of emerald and .80 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest c...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Chrysophrase Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These chrysophrase earrings are crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 2.94 carats of Chrysophrase and .35 carats of diamonds with blackened finish. FOLLOW ...
Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Cttw Diamond Studded Rhombus Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Each earring delicately cradles a solitaire diamond weighing about 1/5 carat within a secure four-prong setting, naturally mined and encapsulating timeless allure.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
6.26 Carat Emerald 4.70 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these stunning stud earrings are hand set with 6.26 carats emerald and 4.70 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Peter Suchy .58 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo White Gold Stud Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Fine bright red ruby and diamond earrings. 2 bright red round rubies mounted in three prong 18k white gold settings with a halo of full cut diamonds. Designed and crafted in the Pete...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .49 Carat Emerald Diamond Halo White Gold Stud Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald and diamond earrings. 2 round cut rich green emeralds set in three prong 18k white gold settings. Each emerald has a halo of round diamonds around them. Designed and crafted ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels 5.85 Carats Emerald 3.0 carats Diamonds 18K Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 5.85 carats Emerald and 3.0 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest coll...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$39,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Meghna Jewels 3.62 Carats Emerald 2.60 carats Diamonds 18K Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 3.62 carats Emerald and 2.60 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest col...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,309Sale Price / set|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Natural Diamond Designer Stud Earrings 1.58 Carat
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
18K Rose Gold Natural Diamond Designer Stud Earrings 1.58 Carat These striking natural diamond stud earrings are crafted in solid 18K rose gold and feature a distinctive designer-in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Certified 1 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Certified 1 Carat Natural Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 14K White Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,158Sale Price / set|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold 1.90 Carat Floral Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Deira, Dubai
Embrace timeless elegance with our natural diamond stud earrings crafted in solid 18K gold the perfect blend of sophistication, purity, and lasting value.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.02 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Leaf Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these stunning stud earrings are hand set with 3.02 carats emerald and 2.70 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
1.52 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 karat gold, these stud earrings are hand set with 1.52 carats emerald and .72 carats of glimmering diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k 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.
Stud earrings have a unique and rich cultural history. Though their design has evolved, vintage stud earrings are still a classic jewelry style.
Stud earrings are frequently dated back over 7,000 years to Asia, where they were worn mostly by upper-class men to indicate their wealth and status. Although earrings sometimes fell out of favor over the years — such as when ear piercing was prohibited by the Catholic Church in the 13th century — they’ve remained one of the most enduring forms of body modification.
When diamond jewelry gained prominence in the 19th century, thanks to prosperity in Europe and the United States as well as the greater accessibility of gemstones, studs adorned with fine diamonds became popular. Screw-back earrings debuted in the late 19th century and allowed people without pierced ears to don the embellishment. Stud earrings became especially popular in the 1960s.
Stud earrings are simple and usually small in size, making them lightweight and easy to wear. Unlike other earrings, stud earrings have a floating appearance. They are often made with a single gemstone, such as a sapphire or emerald, and a straight post that goes through the ear, typically with a rubber or metal backing to hold it in place.
Today, stud earrings accentuate outfits with a casual, elegant style, adding a bit of glam to any ensemble. Find an eclectic array of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The mismatched, multiple-earring look may have started with fashion jewelry, but A-list fans have taken it to the next level.
From buttons to chandeliers, here are the top styles to get or give in 2020.
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 classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.