Men 18k Yellow Gold 0.90ct Royal Asscher Cut Diamond 0.75tct Sapphire Baguettes
Located in New York, NY
Accompanied by a Royal Asscher Cut Certificate, it guarantees the authenticity and excellence of the center diamond.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & diamond Ring 2.47 Carat total weight, 14K Yellow Gold
By Ajami Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A classic and classy ring set with a 2.17 carat Ruby square Emerald shape adorned with smaller round diamonds wit a total weight of 0.30 Carat set in 14K yellow gold Ruby Diamond R...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Hoop Earrings with Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut and White Diamond Drop
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Each earring showcases four stunning fancy yellow Asscher-cut diamonds, totaling 5.20 carats (0.65 carats each).
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Asscher Cut Hoops Earrings Set In 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Hoop Earrings, set with Yellow Asscher cut Diamonds, weight 14.20 carat. Each stone weigh approximately 0.32 carat. set in a polished 18k Yellow gold mounting.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA-Certified Fancy Yellow 10.83 Carat Asscher-Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Birnbach Collection of fancy yellow diamonds, these sophisticated drop earrings showcase 5.11 carat and 5.02-carat Fancy yellow asscher-cut diamonds that drop from two white 0.70-car...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.00ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
With a total of 2.00 carats, the main stones are graded G color and VS clarity, offering crystal-clear brilliance and refined fire. Each Asscher diamond is enveloped in a radiant ha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,125Sale Price|25% Off
7.65 Carats Asscher Cut Peridot and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Rare to see such a beautifully cut Peridot as this one. This ring features a stunning 7.0 Carat Asscher cut bezel set Peridot with 0.65 Carats of Bullet-shaped Diamonds on the side....
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
4.06 Carat Asscher Cut Fancy Yellow Orange Diamond 18K Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 4.06 Carat Asscher Cut Faint Yellow Green-Fancy Orange Brown-Fancy Yellowish Brown VS1-VS2 Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Three-Stone Ring Style: Three-Stone Metal: 18 Kar...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Three Stone GIA 2.77 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones-GIA Certified Asscher Cut Diamond J Color SI1 Clarity, Two Tapered Baguette Diamonds I-J Color VS2-SI1 Clarity 0.76 Carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asscher Cut Spinel 5mm x 5mm & Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond 18K Stud Earrings.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It contains natural Asscher cut spinels 5mm x 5mm and natural fancy vivid yellow cut diamonds.
Yellow Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
3.38-carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Asscher Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rick Shatz
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate your love with the enchanting beauty of this 3.38-carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Asscher Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 1.94 carat Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
The yellow Asscher cut is expertly set in 18K yellow gold, allowing the prongs to blend seamlessly into the diamond for an uninterrupted display of color.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.5ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Details: Main Stone: 1.50ct Natural Asscher-Cut Diamond Color: E Clarity: VVS Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Width: Approx. 3mm (Tapered) Ring Style: Solitaire Men’s Signet...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA-Certified 4.00ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Unisex Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Bold yet refined, architectural yet timeless—this GIA-certified 4.00ct Asscher-cut diamond signet ring redefines the essence of modern luxury with vintage soul.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Details: Center Stone: 3.00ct Natural Asscher-Cut Diamond Color: J Clarity: VVS1 Certification: GIA Certified Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Width: Approx. 3mm (Tapered) R...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 4ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Men’s Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product Specifications: Main Stone: 4.00ct Natural Asscher-Cut Diamond Color: F Clarity: VS Certification: GIA Certified Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Band Width: Approx. 3mm (Tapered)...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 3.00ct Asscher‑Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Sunlit Geometry, Art‑Deco Grandeur These radiant halo studs celebrate the drama of pure geometry and the warmth of yellow gold. Each earring is crowned by a 1.50‑carat natural emera...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Earrings Set With 2 Asscher Cut, 1.24ct Total
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of 18ct yellow gold hoop earrings, each suspending a sparkling Asscher cut diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k White & Yellow Gold 3 Row 4.85ctw Ruby Natural Asscher Cut Diamond Ring Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White and Yellow Gold 3 Row 4.85ctw Ruby and 2.96ctw Natural Asscher Cut Diamond Ring Wide Band This stunning 3 Row Ruby Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
33.77Carat Asscher-Cut Morganite and Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A stunning pair of earrings, it features 2 asscher-cut natural morganites weighing 33.77 carat surrounded by white round-brilliant cut diamonds and topped by cushion-cut yellow diamo...
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose ...
$18,371 / item
Asscher Cut Diamonds 18K Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your elegance with this stunning 18k gold tennis bracelet, featuring the timeless brilliance of Asscher cut diamonds. Designed for sophistication, each diamond sparkles with ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.06 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Provident
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Crafted by the master artisans of Provident Jewelry in 18 karat yellow gold, this refined ring showcases a magnificent GIA-certified Asscher cut diamond weighing 6.06 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 18.00cttw Round And Asscher Cut Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Step into the allure of the 1970s with these exquisite Estate Diamond Earrings, a testament to timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, these clip-o...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.44ct Natural Yellow Square Diamond & 0.23ct G/VS Asscher Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful ring features a certified 0.44ct natural fancy deep yellowish green square Diamond and 0.23ct G/VS asscher cut Diamond. This elegant ring is set on a 18ct Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
TVJ 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful diamond five stone ring. The ring features a Georgian style cut down setting with five asscher cut diamonds which has been crafted in silver with a yellow gold ba...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
11 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified FBY VVS2
By Mike Nekta New York
Located in New York, NY
RAYO -ASSCHER CUT NATURAL FANCY YELLOW DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING BY MIKE NEKTA GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 10.2 Carats Color Grade : FANCY BROWNISH YELLOW Color Origin...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$125,000
Three Row Asscher Cut Bracelet
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Statement bracelet features 135 perfectly matched Asscher Cut Diamonds in a three row cuff form, but with the slight flexibility of a tennis bracelet weighing 33.89 Ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Gold GIA 1.5ct Asscher Diamond Pendant Antique Open Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Square Emerald Asscher Step Cut - Prong Set - N Color - VS1 Clarity - 1.50ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Details Below** Total...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Halo Earrings Asscher-Inspired 0.47 Inch
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Each vibrant emerald is framed in an elegant Asscher-shaped halo of pave-set diamonds weighing 0.50 carats, creating a striking blend of vintage geometry and modern luxury.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire & Asscher Cut Diamond Circle Drop Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Natural Baguette & Round Brilliant Diamond Huggie Drop Earrings Product: Natural Diamond Small Huggie Hoop and Drop Earring Material :18k Yellow Gold Diamonds: A...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
J.Birnbach GIA 9.11 Carat Total Fancy Yellow Asscher Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary vintage-style Toi et Moi ring is a bold and romantic celebration of contrast and balance. Featuring two exceptional center diamonds, the design brings together dis...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.12ct Asscher Cut Diamond Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Art Deco Asscher Cut 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring is a timeless piece that combines the charm of vintage design with contemporary elegance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TVJ 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful five-stone diamond ring. This ring features a Georgian style cut down setting with five asscher cut diamonds set across the face in a single line formation; ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
TVJ 1.40 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Seven-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning seven-stone diamond ring. The ring features a Georgian style cut down setting with seven asscher cut diamonds; all of which are excellently matching in terms ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
New Platinum & Gold GIA 2.28ct Fancy Intense Yellow Asscher Sides Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
PURE CLEAN RICH YELLOW - SEE VIDEO. LOOKS MUCH BETTER IN PERSON! ENJOY! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Square Radiant Cut - Prong Set - Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond - V...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Round Sapphire Ring, Baguette & Asscher Cut Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring with one oval sapphire 0.77 carats and 8 Asscher cut diamonds and 18 baguette diamonds totaling 1.00 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Asscher Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A one carat asscher cut sapphire is wrapped within a twinkling 1.90 carat, grain set border of old cut diamonds at the heart of this circa 1920s halo ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold 6.86 CT Natural Asscher Diamond Bezel Tennis Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
A collector's triumph — this 14K solid yellow gold tennis necklace showcases 6.86 carats of natural asscher-cut diamonds in individual bezel settings, graduating elegantly to a brill...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bespoke 3.20 Carat GIA Fancy Vivid Yellow Asscher Pear Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This spectacularly bespoke rare GIA Certified Asscher Cut and Pear Shape 3 stone Diamond Engagement ring set in Platinum will suit the modern bride, with 2.19 Carat Asscher Cut Fancy...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
6.92 Carat Bezel Set Asscher cut Yellow Diamond 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Eternity Ring is made in 18K Yellow Gold with 13 perfectly matched Asscher Cut Diamonds Bezel Set in with Halo around each individual diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
0.5ct Asscher Cut Diamond Cable Chain 14K Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant Cable Chain Diamond 14K Gold Asscher Cut Necklace is a stunning piece that adds sophistication to any outfit.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.04 Carat Asscher Emerald Green Fashion Necklaces In 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The necklace features a 1.04-carat Asscher-cut green emerald set in a 14 karat yellow gold pendant or setting.
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Orange Asscher Diamond 1.59 Carat TW Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond necklace. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with a natural asscher cut orange diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
3.15tcw Deep Green Asscher Emerald & Diamond Halo Modern Pendant Necklace Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning Asscher cut emerald and diamond halo necklace in 14K gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.80tcw 14K Medium Green Asscher Emerald & Diamond Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning Asscher cut emerald and diamond halo necklace in 14K gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45tcw 14K Natural Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Bezel Religious Cross
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Bezel Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 7.1 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Asscher Cut Weight: 0.35-Carats (Total) Clarity: Semi-Transparent Color: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bez Ambar 18K 2.41ct GIA Asscher Quadrillion Diamond Vivid Ruby Ring 8.91ctw
By Bez Ambar
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptional Bez Ambar cocktail ring, circa the 1990s, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and centered by a 2.41 carat Asscher cut diamond accompanied by its original GIA laboratory r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
16.80tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Accent Hook Earrings
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stylish pair of natural Colombian emerald JUMBO cut-emerald & diamond hook earrings hand made in solid 18K yellow gold. The chic pair of earrings feature dark medium green, genuine...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.05 Carats Asscher Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Flanked by epaulette cut yellow diamonds weighing 0.81 carat total. Finely made with an 18K yellow gold shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Certified Asscher Cut Sapphires 4.6mm Each & Diamond Earrings. Vivid Colors!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The earrings are set in 18k white gold, Royal Asscher diamond company certified the 8 Royal Asscher cut Sapphires as natural gem sapphires and natural diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...
1.47tcw AAA+ Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Princess Cut Diamond Engagement 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong/Channel Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 6.2 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Asscher Cut Weight: 0.72-Carats Grade: AAA Clarity: Transparent C...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.25tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Accent Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Jupiter, FL
Bracelet Style: Curb Bracelet Length: 7.25-inches Bracelet Width: 3.35mm Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 9.7 Grams Main Stone: Emerald S...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.17tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Showcased is a natural high-quality emerald and diamond modern engagement ring in 14K. This ring features a deep vivid Asscher cut emerald from Colombian mines. The emerald is set in...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.50tcw Emerald-Asscher Cut & Champagne Diamond Accent Gold Dangle Necklace 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Asscher Cut Weight: 3.20-Carats Clarity: Transparent Color: Rich Bluish-Green Luster: Very Good Tre...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asscher and Emerald Cut 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Delicate Modern Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning 18k yellow gold earrings feature an exquisite Asscher cut, designed to capture the light beautifully from every angle.
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
4.01tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Baguette Diamond Men's Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Carefully set and crafted in 18K yellow gold. Setting Style: Prong/Channel Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 9.6 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Asscher Cut Weight...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Asscher Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring Center, 3/4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
Product details: Center Gemstone Type: SAPPHIRE Center Gemstone Carat Weight: 0.73 Center Gemstone Measurements: 5.56x5.54x2.80 Center Gemstone Color: BLUE Center Gemstone Origin: ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 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.
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