Vintage Black Sapphire and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
These vintage black sapphire and diamond stud earrings are an eye-catching combination of bold elegance and intricate design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18k White Gold Black and White Diamond Chandelier Earrings, USA
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful chandelier earrings embellished with black and white natural diamonds. 18k white gold, gross weight 55.24 g.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Infinity Knot Stud Earrings Black and White Diamonds Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 90 Black Diamonds = 0.51 Carats 94 White Diamonds = 0.49 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, St...
White Gold Diamonds and Black Carbon Fiber Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Exclusive Wave Collection by Angeletti White Gold Diamonds and Black Carbon Fiber Earrings. The Use of New Materials is one of the Characteristic of the Endless Creative Streak of An...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian White Gold Hoop Earrings with Black and White Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian White Gold Hoop Earrings with Black and White Diamonds are a stunning and sophisticated addition to any jewelry collection.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage White and Black Diamonds Open Pear Shape Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! White and Black Diamonds Open Double Hoop Pear Shape Design Drop Gold Earrings.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Black and White Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, these beautiful huggie hoop earrings are set with .45 carats of sparkling black and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Lucea New York Black and Rustic Diamond Swirl Drop Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection These edgy yet feminine drop earrings feature both black and rustic Diamonds with a swirl motif.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Emerald Cabochon, Black Onyx and Diamond Earring and Ring Suite
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
The stones are set in 7.5 grams of solid 18K White Gold and 1.7 carats White Diamonds. There is a matching cocktail ring to the earrings as well, again using very high quality natur...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Vintage Black and White Diamond Pave White Gold Drop Loop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant Finely detailed Vintage Black and White Diamond Pave Gold Drop Loop Earrings.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
De Grisogono Earrings 18k White Gold Black Diamond Hoop Earrings
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A dazzling pair of De Grisogono earrings, crafted in 18k white gold, featuring black and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$599Sale Price|20% Off
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Black Enamel and Diamond Butterfly Motif Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Black Enamel and Diamond Butterfly Motif Earrings Description: A charming pair of earrings featuring a delicate garden of diamond-set butterflies and floral motifs, gracefully set a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s David Webb Black Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. Signed by David Webb, from their Manhattan Minimalism ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Black and White Pearl Detachable Drop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in Platinum and 18k white gold with black and white pearls. The earrings also feature Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 5.48 carats, G-H color, VS1-SI1 ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ivanka Trump Black Diamond Tassel Earrings
By Ivanka Trump
Located in Naples, FL
These Earrings Feature A Black Diamond Beaded Tassel With Pave Black Diamond Caps And Black Diamond Drops.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$599Sale Price|20% Off
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Black Agate, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion dangle earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with structures studded with diamonds and an emerald.
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Omega Back Earrings #25130
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Omega Back Earrings- These elegant earrings each feature one black pearl (8.6 mm) and one round brilliant cut diamond set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Black Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Black Pearl Drop Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Earrings These stunning stud earrings each feature one 9 mm black pearl and one round brilliant cut diamond set in beautifully d...
Diamond, Gold
RUCHI Emerald and Black Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Earrings
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Emerald: 10.38ct total weight. Diamonds: 11.67ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald, Diamond and Black Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Gold by Kavant & Sharart
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 0.42 carat, Diamond 0.27 carat and Black Diamond 0.31 carat GeoArt Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings by Kavant & Sharart Width: 0.7 cm Length: 2.4 cm Total Weight: 6...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Pearl and Diamond Halo Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 104 round brilliant & baguette cut = 1.00cttw Color: G / H Clarity: I3 Weight: 15.31 grams Dimensions: earrings measure 16.50mm
Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Black Onyx and Diamond 5.94 Carat TW Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful onyx earrings. Mounted in a beautiful 18K yellow gold setting with natural black onyx surrounded by natural round white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.25 Carat Diamond and Black Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings in 14K White Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and black diamond huggie hoop earrings crafted in 14 karat white gold, set with approximately 0.25 carat of round diamonds, totaling 66 stones.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Color Treated Black and White Diamond Earrings These stunning earrings each feature 12 white single cut diamonds, seven white round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, White Gold
Custom Order - South Sea Pearl, Diamond and Black Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl, Diamond 0.66 carat and Black Diamond 0.26 carat Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Approx.
Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Earrings in Yellow Gold with White and Black Diamonds - MOONLIGHT collection*
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Total Gold Weight: 16.40 grams Total Weight of White Diamonds: 0.18 carats (color GH, clarity VVS1) Total Weight of Black Diamonds: 1.87 carats Stamp: 10 MI ITALY 750 These earrings...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Augite and Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Weight: 0.14 carats Weight: 7.0 Grams Augite Diameter: 15.47 mm Earring Length: 24 m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Mattioli Mini Puzzle Earrings in White Gold and Black Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Mini Puzzle Earrings in White Gold and Black Diamonds with two pairs of coloured Mini Puzzles Handcrafted in Italy.
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Augite and Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Black Augite and Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS Diamond Weight: 0.14 carats Weight: 7.0 G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Black and White Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Marquise and Pear Cut Checkered Black and White Diamond Drop Earrings Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamond Cutout Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 412 round brilliant cut = 2.50cttw Color: Black Diamond: 506 round brilliant cut = 2.00cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1-2 Dimensions: ear...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
White and Black Diamond Pave Dangle Earrings in 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous drop earrings with 0.93 ct. of white and black diamond rounds.
Black Diamond, White Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
$4,860Sale Price / item|20% Off
Black and White Diamond Circle Dangle Earrings in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Black and White Diamond Circle Dangle Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
$7,240Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold Black Enameled and Diamond Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 14K Solid white Gold > Gemstone - Black Enamel > Gemstone Weight - 4.05 ct > Diamond Weight - 1.38 ct > Diamond Size - Mix > Gros...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Lucea New York Tsavorite Garnet and Black Diamond Drop Skull Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life In Collection Bad to the bone Tsavorite Garnet and black Diamond skull drop earrings set in blackened sterling silver.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Sterling Silver
$4,130Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Black and White Diamond Dainty Flower Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid white Gold > Gemstone - Black and White Diamond > Gemstone Weight - 0.75 ct > Gemstone Shape - Round > Gemstone Size - 1.5 mm > Gross We...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
17.49 Carats Diamond, Rose-Cut Diamond, and Black Onyx Drop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
15.26 Carats Diamond, Rose-Cut Diamond, and Black Onyx Drop Earrings in Art-Deco Style This art-deco style glorious black onyx, solitaire diamond rose-cut, and diamond earring pair ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
$4,100Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold Diamond and Black Enameled Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring round cut gemstone. If you love to gravitate towards unique st...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Black, Yellow And White Diamond Ctw 0.84 Floral Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
As seeds, 0.30 carats of black diamonds add a touch of mystery and contrast.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
$6,441Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Gold Rhodium Silver White and Black Diamonds and Spinel Earrings Aenea
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
Material: White Gold 750; Silver 925; Black Rhodium These beautifully handcrafted Earrings from our Facette Collection with White and Black Diamonds, Black Spinel handcrafted in Whi...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Spinel, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$683Sale Price / set|49% Off
Drop Earrings In Sterling Silver With Black Diamonds And Peacock Pearls
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Drop earrings in polished sterling silver, set with black diamonds pave and bluish peacock pearl.
Black Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
Amethyst Stud Earrings With Black and White Diamonds 3.61 Carats Total
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Round Amethysts = 3.26 Carats 28 Round Black Diamonds = 0.19 Carats 24 Round White Diamonds = 0.16 C...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Silver, Sterli...
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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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