18 k yellow gold tank ring - real rose cut diamonds - Retro estate bulky ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely bulky Rose Cut diamond ring. This Tank ring is made in 18 k pinkish Yellow gold and marked with a french eagle head mark.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s English Antique Ruby Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Bow Gold Silver Bar Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
Antique English Victorian/Edwardian Ruby, Pearl, & Rose Cut Diamond Bow Brooch (c. 1890) Capture the timeless romance and elegance of the Victorian era with this exquisite, all orig...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2 ct Blue Sapphire Pendant with Scintillating Marquise Shape Rose Cut Diamonds
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
2 ct Blue Sapphire drop pendant with scintillating marquise shape rose cut solitaire and round diamonds on a solid gold 20 inch 14 k yellow gold link chain.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,983Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 12k Gold Natural Rose Cut Dimond Pendant Enamel Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.55 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2 clarity. CHAIN PART 8K GOLD. Total length is cha...
Diamond, Gold
Antique 9K Gold and Rose Cut Diamond Heart Brooch Pendant, Approx. 1.20 Carats D
Located in Firenze, FI
A delicate antique heart-shaped brooch pendant crafted in 8K gold and adorned with approximately 1.20 carats of rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Stephen Webster Black Diamond Band in Rose Gold
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, England
A stylish vintage Stephen Webster black diamond wedding band set in 18k rose gold. From Stephen Webster's discontinued wedding collection, the ring is composed of a 7.5-millimetre r...
Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$17,734Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Ruby White Diamond Rose Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Rose Gold 14 K Diamond 2-RND57-0,11 ct Diamond 2-RND57-0,07-4/8 Diamond 6-RND57-0,14-7/6 Ruby 120-2,13 Т(5)/3A Size 7.8 USA Weight 9,85 grams With a heritage of ancient fine ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold
Earrings with sapphire, old mine and rose cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold and silver earrings with sapphire, old mine cut, and rose-cut diamonds up to 1.00 ct – K/L – SI Detailed description: The earrings are 3.6 cm long and 8.6 mm wide.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
EGL Certified Diamond Onyx Rose Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Dangle part is 14k rose gold. 2 Old European brilliant cut diamonds, H-I/ I-J SI2/ SI3 approx. 1.73 total carat weight EGL Certificate # US400115222D 2 Old European brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .97ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: L Clarity: I2...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18 K Rose Gold Ruby Diamond Pink Sapphire Tsavorite Butterfly Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Fantastic 18 K rose Gold Butterfly Ring. This butterfly is ready to take a flight covered with precious gems.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 K rose Gold Pave Band Ring fancy Sapphire Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A sophisticated band ring crafted in 18 K rose Gold, featuring 191 round fancy Sapphires in various pastel sahdes of pink weighing approximately 8 ct, and 10 round brilliant cut Dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Size 8 #17070
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Size 8 This stunning ring features one cushion cut amethyst stone (7 mm x 7 mm) and 36 round single cut diamonds set in classic 14K rose...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sterling Silver & Rose Gold Diamond Ring 925 & 14k Single Ct .20ctw Cluster Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
This ring is a size 8, but it can be re-sized up or down 2 sizes for a $20 fee. Once a ring is re-sized, we guarantee the work but we are unable to offer a refund on the sizing. Plea...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1.20 Carat Diamond and 18k Rose Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k rose gold with a platinum setting. The impressive flared ring setting displays a central platinum b...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Rose Gold Red Spinel Purple Sapphire Pink Spinel Diamond 8 mm pavé Stud Earrings
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Handmade in Belgium by jewellery artist Joke Quick, these 18 K Rose gold stud earrings display mesmerizing purple sapphires, red spinels, intense pink spinels and diamonds, meticulou...
Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3/4 Carat Diamond Composite Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
'Video Available Upon Request.' Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Ruby Diamond Spray Ring Sz 6 Cocktail Band 9k Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary ruby & diamond spray ring crafted in 9 karat rose gold. 2 marquise cut rubies measure 4mm x 2mm.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Estate 18K Rose Gold Pavé Pink Sapphire & Diamond Wide Domed Cuff Bracelet 47ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Specifications: * Metal: 18 karat rose gold * Diamonds: Approximately 22.00ctw round brilliant cut diamonds * Diamond Color/Clarity: J-K color/very light brown, SI1-SI2 clarity ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rose Gold Diamond Crossover Cluster Cocktail Band 10k Rd & Baguette 1.00ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 1.00ctw Cut: Round Brilliant & Baguette...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Ring 10k Rose Gold Sz 5 Blue Enamel Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Old mine & rose cut diamonds total an estimated 0.12 carats (estimated at L-M color and SI1-I1 clarity).
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/2 Carat Diamond Composite Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
'Video Available Upon Request' Product features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamond Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Princess 0.5 Carat Diamond Quad Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
'Video Available Upon Request' Product features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamond Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3/4 Carat Diamond Composite Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
'Video Available Upon Request.' Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Crown of Light Diamond Sapphire Band - Rose Gold 14k Crown of Light .95ctw Ring
By Crown of Light
Located in Greensboro, NC
Retail Price: $2,800 Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $80 Brand: Crown of Light Metal Content: 14k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .09ctw Cut: C...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
EGL Certified 1.65 Carat Old European Diamond Art Deco Rose Gold Men's Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1920's Art Deco handmade men's diamond ring. EGL certified Old European cut 1.65ct center diamond mounted in a 8 prong 14ct rose gold gypsy setting.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/4 cttw Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
• Metal: 10K Yellow Gold • Average Gram Weight: 0.72 • Diamond 1 Clarity: I1-I2, Color: J-K, Count: 8, Cut: Very Good, Origin: Natural, Setting: Invisible, Shape: Princess, To...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,500 / item
Vanessa's Yellow gold Rose
By Nebu jewelry by Youmna Elsabry
Located in Plano, TX
-Made to order. -Handmade Flower (the chain is ready made) -!8K Gold. -Hammered texture. -18 inch ( can also be worn as 16 inch) -Stamped with the Nebu logo -This flower features a 3...
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco Old Mine Cut & Ruby Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ring Details Material: 18K Rose Gold Lower; White Gold Top Era: Art Deco 1910 - 1930 Length:22.2mm Width:13.9mm Height: 2.3mm Shank Width: 1.7mm Weight: 3.5 Grams Finger Size: 8 Siza...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
10K Two-Toned Princess-Cut Composite 1/2 Carat Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
"Video Available Upon Request" Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 8 Princess-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$5,625Sale Price|25% Off
Joseph Orlando 18 Karat Gold Cufflinks with Diamonds & Tahitian Mother of Pearl
By Joseph Orlando
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18 karat rose gold cushion shaped cufflinks. The cufflinks are set with Tahitian Mother of Pearl which is a greyish color with a pink cast. The cufflinks are trimmed with a s...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3.93 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color M Clarity VS2 Cut Round Brilliant Content 3.93 carats Dimensions 10.25mm x 10.47mm x 6.05mm Dimensions Diameter of setting 1.09cm/0.43" Height of setting 7.14m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.99 Carat Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Stud Earrings in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Stud Earrings Mozambique Ruby approx. 0.99 CTS 8 Rose cut diamonds 1.47 CTS 18 k gold mounting 3.34 GMS Custom Services Request Customization
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Every Day Emerald Diamonds White Gold Lever-Back Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Rose Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 54-RND57-0,2-4/4A Emerald 8-1,65ct-Т(4)/4 Diamond 44-RND17-0,36-7/7 Weight 6,22 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swi...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Dimensional Frog and Lily Pad Pavé Diamond Cocktail Ring in Two Tone 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Round cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.65 CTW Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: VS-SI Ring Size: 7.25 Ring Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Diamond Antique Cluster Earrings 1.20 Karat
By Tara Shaw-2
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of rose cut diamond cluster earrings, set in 18 Karat yellow gold 18th to 19th century with later applied posts and backs.
Diamond, 18k Gold
French Belle Epoque garnet diamond 18k yellow gold silver bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Surrounding the garnets are 16 rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.20 carat, graded J-K color and SI clarity, adding a delicate shimmer with their soft, antique sparkle.
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Floral Stud Earrings 14k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Each of two round brilliant cut diamonds weighs 0.61 carat, L-K color, VS1 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G/H Clarity (average grades) P2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.56 carat Number of Diamonds 7 Dimensions Length of Setting 3.48...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English 18K Gold and Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Item #: R-21289 Country: England Circa: 1893 Size: 7.25 (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information) Materials: 5 old mine-cut diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$962Sale Price / item|31% Off
14 K Gold Ring with Oval Emerald, Sapphires, Amethysts and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold ring with natural emerald, sapphires,amethysts and diamonds.
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage style 14k gold ring with blue sapphire and diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
September birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.5 g. Depends from size Central stone: Natural sapphire Weight: 0.70 ct, round cut, color - blue Clarity: Transparent with inclusi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
14K Russian Gold Sapphire, Diamond, and Ruby Organic Brooch, circa 1922
Located in Venice, CA
The circular sapphire cabochon measures 3.5mm; the smaller sapphire is 3.3 x 4mm; and the ruby is 3.5 x 2.7mm. There are 8 small rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold Diamond Accented Open Spiral Twist Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
• Metal: 10K White Gold with Rhodium Plating • Average Gram Weight: 1.8 • Diamond 1 Clarity: I2-I3, Color: J-K, Count: 8, Cut: Very Good, Origin: Natural, Setting: Prong, Shap...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
$1,974Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1910s Art Nouveau 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 grams. Totally is old cut diamond 1.10 ct. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.13 ct. The diamond is has generally H-I-J-K-L-M-Yellow color and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Silver and Gold Gothic Ring with Cabochon Tourmalines and Champagne Diamonds
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
5.5 8K Gold 34 g Silver 0.28 ct rose cut diamond 4.30 ct tourmaline 3.18 ct champagne diamond
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco 1.83 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine Art Deco style diamond ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color K Clarity VS1 Cut Old European Ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Multi-Gem Floral Bouquet Brooch White Gold Czechoslovakia 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
TECHNICAL DATA • Marks: Czechoslovakia hallmark “rampant Czech lion facing left” (used 1929-1941) for 14kt gold; stamped “585” for 14kt white gold; partial maker’s mark “V.K.” or “M....
Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Russian 1850s Feather Hat Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Rare antique imperial Russian era 1850s brooch In hat and feathers design with ruby and rose cut diamonds made in St. Petersburg city hall marked 56 imperial Russian gold standard an...
GIA Certified 6.5Ct Zambian Pear Emerald Diamond Hanging/Drop Earrings 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
There are Pear shape drops of Rose cut diamonds . Weight of the drops are approximately 8 Ct Color:Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quality Cut: Pear shape Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Ruby Engagement Ring in 14 K Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby ring in 14 karat yellow gold. Ruby engagement ring in 14 k gold. 14k yellow gold ring with rubies and diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
Pear Peridot 14k Gold Ring, Peridot Gold Ring, Genuine Peridot Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot Birthstone Ring. Metal: 14 k gold Weight: 2 g. depends from size Ring has free sizes: from from 4-5.5 us, from 5.5-6.5 us, 6-7.5 us. from 8-9.5 us for example.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold
Authentic Augis - Plus qu'hier et moins que demain - French love 18k solid gold
By A. Augis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Inside the plus we find a small but pretty and sparkly rose cut diamond. The minus is set with two baguette cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond & Emerald 3-Stone Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1915 Metal: 12k Yellow Gold, platinum Gemstone: Emerald Carat Weight: 0.25 Cut: Round Mixed-Cut Color: Green Clarity: Transparent Accent ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1910s–1920s French Art Deco Marquise Emerald & Diamond Ring – Size 60 (US 8)
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Specifications Finger size: French 60 (US 8) – resizable on request Materials: 18 K white gold (750‰); central emerald (approx. 0.50 ct); 2 old European-cut diamonds (app...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$937Sale Price / set|25% Off
Thomas Barker 1825 London Georgian Pair of Fruit Spoons in Gilded .925 Sterling
By Thomas Wilkes Barker
Located in Miami, FL
Some of our collection of Georgian gemstone rings. Popular cuts for diamonds included 'rose cut', 'old mine cut' and 'table cut.
Silver, Sterling Silver
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.
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