0.24 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a AIGS Certified 0.24 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.59 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Contemporary Natural Brazilian Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18K White Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite pendant is a magnificent example of fine jewelry, blending classic elegance with contemporary sophistication. Crafted in 18-karat white gold, it features a stunning ca...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.43 ct. Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 0.43 ct. Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Contemporary Pear-Shape Brazilian Emerald & Brown Diamond Drop Earring 18K Gold
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Specifications Style: Contemporary / High Jewelry Drop Earrings Metal: 18-Karat White Gold (Hallmarked '750') Total Gross Weight: 15.70 grams Primary Gemstones: Emeralds: 42.05 c...
Diamond, Emerald, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.18 Carat Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Vintage Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Brazilian Aquamarine Diamonds Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, a precious metal that gives the piece a luminous and timeless elegance. The design, meticulously detailed, alternates exquis...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Leto Lama Brazilian Neon Paraiba Tourmaline Shell Stud Earrings with Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Handcrafted in 18ct gold, this pair balances bold scale with timeless elegance — a statement piece that captures the radiance of ocean light and the artistry of nature. 18 ct Yellow...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 0.70 Carats Brazilian Paraiba & Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Bracelet featuring GIA Certified 0.70 Carats of Natural, Neon Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 3.91 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.59 Carats Brazilian Paraiba & Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Bracelet featuring GIA Certified 0.59 Carats of Natural, Neon Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 3.91 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.02ctw Oval Green Purple Brazil Alexandrite Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Alexandrite Chrysoberyl - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Green - Blue Changing to Reddish Purple Color (Desirable color change) - 0.64ct (exact -...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
AGL Minor Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Drop & Riviera Changeable Necklace Plat
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Minor Emerald Cut Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Riviera & Drop Changeable Necklace 18 Karat White gold / platinum This is Necklace can be worn as just Diamond Rivera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
14K Gold Brazilian Morganite Earrings with Natural Diamonds Halo Round 8.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Delicately feminine and effortlessly luxurious, these stud earrings showcase round 5.32-carats Brazilian morganite gems embraced by a sparkling halo of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
AGL Brazilian Paraiba, Conch Pearls & Pave Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning 3.66 ct. Brazilian paraiba with natural conch pearls and 3 carats of white diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Paraiba, White Gold
0.20 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 0.20 Carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.48 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only discovered 30 years ago in the Bra...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
0.32 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 0.32 Carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.58 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only discovered 30 years ago in the Bra...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.59 Carat Brazilian Paraiba and Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful bracelet featuring GIA Certified 1.59 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and 2.88 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
AGL Certified 8.81 Carat Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Twist on the classic Emerald Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Emerald is 8.81 Carats Square Emerald Cut The Emerald is AGL Certified Oil Treatment Only The Emerald is From Brazil ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
0.19 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.19 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.10 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
0.10 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.10 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.30 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
0.07 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.07 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.27 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
0.52 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Earring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous pair of earrings featuring 0.52 Carats of Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and 0.44 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum GIA Brazil Green to Purple Alexandrite Diamond Square Platter Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Green-Blue Changing to Purple Color - Brazil - 0.43ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete I...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Brazilian Paraiba and Diamond Bracelet Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful bracelet featuring GIA Certified 0.62 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and 2.79 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold PE 8x4.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications: Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Brazilian Alexandrite Treatment: None Weight: 0.88cts Head Size: 8x4.5mm Shape: Pear Hardness: 8.5 Country of Origin: Brazil Metal: 14...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage Brazilian Aquamarine, Sapphire & Diamond Leaf Bracelet 14K Gold & Silver
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Specifications Type: Wide Link / Panel Bracelet Style: Vintage, Botanical/Foliate Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold and 800 Silver Total Weight: 81.40 grams Primary Gemstones: Aquamar...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Estate 18 Karat White Gold Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Troy, MI
Own this rare gemwith this estate 18 karat white gold ring with 5 cabochon cut Brazilian Paraiba tourmalines= 1.84 Cttw and 66 diamonds = 0.28 Cttw in a size 5.5 tight.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.43 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.43 Carat Natural, Neon Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.47 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Steven Battelle 5.0 Carats Brazilian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two crystalline 8 x 12 mm triangular faceted emeralds from the Itabira mines in Minas Gerais, Brazil, are set in handmade 18K "line-texture" bezel mounts and dangle below matching tr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline GIA, Onyx, Emerald and OEC Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Striking Red Carpet Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Onyx, Emerald and OEC Diamond Platinum Serpent Snake Fabulous Oscar Worthy Vintage Statement Ring. The Head securely Hand...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
17.04 ctw Brazilian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering a vivid 13.02 carat natural cushion-cut emerald of Brazilian origin, this striking cocktail ring is accented by 4.12 carats of fine white diamonds, all set in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
12 Ct Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
12 Ct Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold This exceptionally affordable Tennis bracelet has 22 stones of oval Emeralds .
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Majestic 52 Carat Intense Purple Brazilian Amethyst & Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
Necklace features a 19.10 carat brilliant cut oval shaped natural Brazilian amethyst set in the center of a diamond medallion.
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
10 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
10 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Gold This exceptionally affordable Tennis bracelet has 13 stones of oval Emeralds .
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA .78 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Tourmaline and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified Brazilian Paraiba deep blue triangular tourmaline center stone with a halo of 20 round white brilliant cut diamonds and 10 round...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA 6.20 Carat Green Brazilian Emerald Baguette Diamond Tennis Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Rich green Brazilian emerald baguette diamond tennis gold bracelet.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
0.14 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 0.14 Carats Natural Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.29 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only discovered 30 years ago in the Br...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
0.10 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring 0.10 Carats Natural Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.30 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only discovered 30 years ago in the Br...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Platinum AGL 3.01ct Cat's Eye Green to Red Brazil Alexandrite Diamond Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye Alexandrite - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Brazil Origin - Best Color Change > Deep Green Blue to Deep Purplish Red Color - Ha...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
10 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Total number of diamonds are 120 and diamond weighs is 0.92 ct. The bracelet is expertly crafted with 15.8 grams of 14 karat White gold .
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Natural Brazilian Emerald Sardinia Coral Diamond Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A breathtaking tribute to classical grand design, this spectacular vintage statement pendant is centered around a monumental 41.55-carat Brazilian emerald. Artfully crafted with a du...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
7 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet adorned with approximately 7 carats of Natural Brazilian Emeralds and sparkling diamonds. This bangle bracelet showcase...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brazilian Paraiba Ring, 3.37 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Paraiba is accompanied by a report from the Gemological Institute of America, certifying its coveted Brazil origin. The blue jewel is encircled by a halo of pink diamonds totalin...
Pink Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By RAF
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and classic three-stone alexandrite ring, centered with an oval mixed-cut natural, no-heat Brazilian Alexandrite weighing well over three carats, accented with two shield ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Handcraft Brazilian Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Coral Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handmade by our artisans assembled with Sardinian coral,Brazilian emerald and diamonds Ring total weight 11 grams Emerald weight 3.40 karat Diamonds weight 0.35 karat Ring size 16.9...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum GIA Oval Color Change Brazil Alexandrite w/ Diamond 3 Row Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Alexandrite Chrysoberyl - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Blue-Green Changing to Purple Color - Brazil - 0.43ct (exact ) ** See Certification Details Below f...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2.23ctw AGL Best Color Change Brazil Alexandrite Diamond 3 Oval Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Best Color Change - Bluish Green to Purplish Pink Color - Brazil - No Heat - 100% Natural - 1.23ct (exact - cer...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
C.Dunaigre Certified 5.81 Carat Brazilian Green Emerald Diamonds Engagement Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A stunning and rare engagement ring showcasing a 5.81 carat oval brilliant cut green emerald, 12 round brilliant diamonds accent the center stone that continues on to the shank.Diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Link Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
7 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Link Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Gold This exceptionally affordable Tennis bracelet has 7 stones of oval Emeralds .
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
6 Carat Brazilian Pink Tourmaline & 0.81 Carats Diamonds in Platinum Halo Ring
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A stunning and important new ring by Eytan Brandes features a two-piece, cushion-shaped halo of diamonds around a gorgeous Brazilian pink tourmaline.
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Platinum
White Gold GIA 1.27ctw Oval Brazil Alexandrite Diamond 3 Stone Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Blue Green Changing to Purple Color - 1.19ctw (exact ) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
0.28 Carat Brazilian Paraiba and Diamond Pendant Necklace Made in 18K White Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful pendant necklace featuring 0.28 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and 0.86 Carats of Diamond Accents made in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold GIA 1.2ct Alternating Brazil Alexandrite Diamond Low Profile Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Alexandrite Chrysoberyl - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Bluish- Green Changing to Grayish Purple Color - Brazil - 0.76ct (exact ) ** See Certifi...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 6.68ct Gia Brazilian Emerald Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Prong Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with: Twenty-four (24) round brilliant cut natural diamonds: Measurements: 2.20mm - 2.30mm in diameter x ~1.37mm in depth.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12 Ct Natural Brazilian Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat WHITE Gold
Located in New York, NY
Total number of diamonds are 44 and diamond weighs is approximately 1 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Natural Brazilian Emerald & Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet adorned with approximately 3 carats of Natural Brazilian Emeralds and sparkling diamonds. This bangle bracelet showcase...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Three Square Cocktail Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Three Square Cocktail Brazilian Paraiba and Diamond Ring made in 18 Karat White Gold.
62.93 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Loose Gemstone Tamir Merkaba Beverly
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Monumental 62.93 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Gemstone An extraordinary statement stone for the serious collector, this impressive Brazilian amethyst weighs 62.93 carats a...
Amethyst, Quartz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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.