$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
30.35 Carat Natural Watermelon Tourmaline Flower Carving / Carved
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bicolor Tourmaline Carved Weight: 30.35 Carats Dimension: 25x23x6.9 Mm Origin: Afghanistan Color: Green & Pink Shape: Flower Carved Quality: AAA .
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Michael Kanners Carved Citrine Tourmaline and Diamond Flower Earrings
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Vivid orange citrine flowers and forest green tourmaline leaves are delicately mounted in 18kt gold, to create this exquisite earring. A master stone carver in Germany has carefull...
Citrine, Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Gold Pink Tourmaline Diamond Enamel Floral Garden Brooch- Handmade To Order
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
The contrast between the raw crystalline texture of the rough diamonds, the luminous carved tourmaline flowers, and the glossy hot enamel leaves gives the piece a dynamic sculptural ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Enamel
$1,880Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold Carved Pink Tourmaline Flower Ring with Turquoise Center
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece is a 4.98ct pink tourmaline, hand-carved into a blooming flower that captures and softens the light.
Tourmaline, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Pink Tourmaline Tropical Flower Earrings With Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.182g,D:0.04ct, Tour:15.02ct, 29X19 MM
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold
Hand-Carved Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Flower Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Chain
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold, it features three hand-carved pink tourmaline flowers, each centered with a delicate white diamond.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
$1,320Sale Price / set|20% Off
9.25 Carat Carved Tourmaline Big Flower Stud Earrings in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
9.25 Carat Carved Tourmaline Big Flower Stud Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look.
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ambrosi 18K Gold Hand Carved Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline Floral Necklace
By Ambrosi
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
This piece is signed by the designer, Ambrosi, and consists of hand carved flowers alternating in pink tourmaline and aquamarine.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ambrosi 18K Gold Pink Tourmaline Aquamarine Diamond Flower Necklace Earring Set
By Ambrosi
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
This piece is signed by the designer, Ambrosi, and consists of hand carved flowers alternating in pink tourmaline and aquamarine.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
22Karat Gold handcrafted flexible bangle with a pair of tourmaline Flower
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful bangle handcrafted in 22 karat gold with a nice pair of tourmaline hand carved flower on both the ends. The bangle fits and sits well on mostly all wrist sizes.
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold
38.50 Carat Elegant Tourmaline Flower Shape Carving From Madagascar Africa
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
38.50 carat elegant tourmaline flower shape carving from Madagascar Africa Weight: 38.50 Carats Dimension: 2.3 x 2.1 x 0.8 Cm Origin: Africa Color: Red & Green Shape: Carving Qualit...
Crystal
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
111.85 Carat Glamorous Natural Bi Color Flower Tourmaline Drilled Carving
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
111.85 Carat Glamorous Natural Bi Color Flower Tourmaline Drilled Carving Weight: 111.85 Carats Dimension: 4.4 x 3.0 x 0.7 Cm Origin: Africa Color: Red & Green Shape: Carving ...
Crystal
Hand Carved Agate Flower Enhancer and Coffee Colored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely hand carved agate flower necklace is a conversation piece and wonderful way to add interest to your wardrobe.
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Amethyst Flower Charm
Located in Venice, CA
We also have a 14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Citrine Flower Charm and 14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Pink Tourmaline Flower Charm available in our shop.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Citrine Flower Charm
Located in Venice, CA
We also have a 14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Amethyst Flower Charm and 14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Pink Tourmaline Flower Charm available in our shop.
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,160Sale Price|20% Off
Handcrafted 14KT Gold Carved Multi-Gemstone Flower Bracelet
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Set in radiant 14KT Yellow Gold, this piece features a breathtaking sequence of meticulously carved gemstone flowers, including vibrant Tourmaline and a curated selection of mixed st...
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18K Gold Carved Rose Quartz Lilac Coin Flower Drops Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Carved Rose Quartz Lilac color Coin Flower Drops Earrings.
Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Carved Coral Rose & Enamel Flower Bouquet Brooch Bezel-Grain Setting
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Masterpiece of art, a bunch of flowers to be used as a brooch, made entirely by hand by a Neapolitan craftsman in the late eighties, mounted partly in silver and partly in 14-karat y...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Carved Melon Tourmaline 3.10 Carat Diamond Rare Flower Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent pair of earrings set with hand carved flowers made out from Natural Tourmaline of pleasing water melon variety.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Dm 0.63 in
Flower Black Agate Carved Tourmaline 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Handmade Earrings
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Astonishing and delicate Tourmaline and black agate flowers. Stud earrings embellished with a modern and exquisite style.
Agate, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Tourmaline Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Barcelona, ES
Earrings in 18k yellow gold, flower carved pink tourmaline, brilliant cut diamonds (total weight 1ct approx.) and carved amethyst drops Signed by Spanish jeweller Rosa Bisbe
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Rebecca Koven Watermelon Tourmaline Lotus Flower Earrings
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A pair of carved watermelon tourmaline flower earrings. The flowers have been bezel set in 18kt yellow gold.
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
18k Gold Ornate Carved Multi-Gem Flower Bouquet Brooch
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
18k Gold Ornate Carved Multi-Gem Flower Bouquet Brooch Multiple Cut and Carved Gemstones Set in 18k Gold Feautures Citrine, Amethyst, Tourmaline, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Smoky Quar...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Natur...
Watermelon Tourmaline and GIA Certified Diamond Floral Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These unique earrings feature two expertly hand carved Watermelon Tourmaline flowers totaling 24.44 carats, mounted with two Round Brilliant cut F color, VS1 clarity diamonds weighin...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Sorab & Roshi Cherry Blossom Pin
By Sorab & Roshi
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18 karat gold Cherry Blossom Pin of pave purple diamonds and carved pink tourmaline flowers with diamond center.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Tourmaline Flower Ring with 14k Gold Veining and 3mm Band
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Ring Tourmaline & 14k Gold One-Of-A-Kind Stunning carved tourmaline flower (21mm diameter) with a multitude of striking colors.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Sold
H 2.57 in W 1.54 in L 2.57 in
Carverd Tourmaline and Peridot Brooch with Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A carved pink tourmaline and peridot flower brooch with pavé set diamonds in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Krementz Art Deco Diamond Pearl Citrine Moonstone 14 Karat White Gold Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Giardinetto brooch is designed as a pierced bowl-like vase full of carved gemstone florals Bowl is pierced and striated with a hand engraved wheat motif With carved tourmaline leav...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k...
Watermelon Tourmaline Flower Ring with Pink Tourmaline and 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Ring Watermelon Tourmaline, Pink Tourmaline & 14k Gold One-Of-A-Kind A carved watermelon tourmaline flower (18mm diameter) with a multitude of striking colors.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Raymond Yard Carved Pink Tourmaline Bracelet, 21.95 Carats
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New Orleans, LA
Tourmaline flowers bloom in this stunning carved gemstone bracelet by Raymond Yard.
White Diamond, Onyx, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Platinum
FLORA Pendant, Tourmaline Flower with Mandarin Garnet & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Pendant Tourmaline, Mandarin Garnet & 14k Gold Carved pink/purple tourmaline flower, 20mm diameter, with center stunning 7x5 oval Mandarin Garner bezeled in 14k gold.
Garnet, Tourmaline, Mandarin Garnet, 14k Gold
Valentin Magro Carved Flower Gemstone Gold Platinum Wheelbarrow Brooch
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The wheelbarrow brooch is made in 18kt yellow gold and platinum, it features special cut gemstones such as citrine, peridot, tourmaline and amethyst. A green beryl is set in the cen...
Amethyst, Beryl, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 Karat Gold, Rubellite, Enamel, and Diamond Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular floral brooch handcrafted in Italy in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a richly carved rubellite tourmaline flower, its curving leaves rendered in vivid plique-à-jour gr...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
14K Gold Signature Hand-Carved Pink Tourmaline Flower Charm
Located in Venice, CA
This hand-carved pink tourmaline flower charm is held in a custom 14k gold setting that outlines its flower form.
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold
Carved Melon Tourmaline 3.10 Carat Diamond Rare Flower Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
This magnificent pair of vintage earrings are 1960 circa Skilfully Hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold in awesome flowers and leaf design They take inspiration by the beautiful ha...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Carved Tourmaline with Diamond Flower Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tourmaline 39.68 carats with Diamond 0.60 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 2.5 cm Total Weight: 18.85 grams "We first opened doors in 198...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Russell Trusso Carved Pink Tourmaline White Diamond Flower Drop Earrings
By Russell Trusso
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Petal Drop Earrings handmade in intricately-formed 18k yellow gold by jewelry artist Russell Trusso featuring four matched, hand-carved pink tourmaline flowers accented...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
Figural Vase Brooch of Carved Semi-Precious Flowers. 14kt Gold.
Located in University City, MO
Truly splendid three dimensional 14K gold brooch depicting a vase of flowers. This classical styled vase is made of carved citrine and the blooms and leaves are made of carved green ...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Pink Tourmaline Pink Pearl Double Necklace 14 Karat Duchess of Windsor Mrs Metz
Located in New York, NY
The clasp is a gorgeous carved Pink Tourmaline gem. The tourmaline has a flower motif.
Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Bold Carved Tourmaline & Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
Absolutely exquisite pink tourmaline and diamond earrings! The earrings, which are particularly large in size, begin with a single tourmaline stone that is carved into a beautiful fl...
Tourmaline
Buccellati Tourmaline Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k gold brooch, crafted by Buccellati, decorated with carved tourmaline set in flowers, surrounded with approximately 0.70ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Carved Flower 14k ring with gemstones
Located in Istanbul, TR
Carved Flower 14k ring with gemstones. Lab tourmaline paraiba color ring in 14k gold.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Tourmaline Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tiffany & Co. combines carved green tourmaline and turquoise flowers and sets them in a playful field of gold.
Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Birthstone July Ruby Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
A full strand of ruby with one cluster of 18K gold beads off center. The green agate at the clasp is a small surprise, you notice it when you put the necklace on. Ruby, 2mm x 3mm (I...
Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Georgian 18k Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1790s
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold
Georgian Victorian Almandine Garnets Gold Riviere Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Red Garnet Love Antique Georgian / Victorian period, 19th century, beautiful necklace made during the time of solid 9 Kt gold Comprising a riviere necklace with a centrepiece in the ...
Garnet, Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Faberge Heritage Rose Gold Diamond & Pink Guilloche Enamel Heart Surprise Locket
By Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
The heritage rose gold diamond and pink guilloche enamel heart surprise locket features pink guilloche enamel and round white diamonds, set in 18 karat rose gold. In keeping with it...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Birthstone October Tourmaline Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Rainbow tourmaline, unsorted. Pink next to green next to amber next to black, no two strands would come out the same. The color is the point. Tourmaline beads, 1mm × 3mm (Brazil) 14...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Pair Ancient Roman Snake Bracelets Silver 2nd century AD Wearable Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the elegance of Ancient Rome with this exquisite pair of wearable Museum Quality Silver Snake Bangle Bracelets dating to the 2nd century AD, featuring extraordinary engraved ...
Silver
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold curb link chain bracelet with hollow curb links and a spring ring clasp. Fitted with a safety chain to the clasp. Stamped with the French import mark an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green and Pink Tourmaline Ring Yellow Gold Antique Estate
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent original Green and Pink Tourmaline Ring in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The central Fine Green Tourmaline is emerald cut and is 14mm by 8mm. It is a gorgeous large ...
Tourmaline, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,110Sale Price|25% Off
W 0.5 in L 1.25 in
Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Baroque Pearl Flower and Moon Motif Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A Delicate Triumph of Early 20th-Century Craftsmanship Immerse yourself in the romantic elegance of the American Art Nouveau period with this 14K Yellow Gold Iridescent Enamel and Ba...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ethiopian Opal Round Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Ethiopian opal, each bead with its own flash of color beneath the surface. Some show more fire than others, that's the nature of the stone. The 18K gold is minimal, just the clasp. ...
Opal, 18k Gold
HARRY WINSTON Turquoise and Diamond Necklace and Ear Clips
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Inviting you to experience a world of unparalleled splendor and indulge in opulence, this breathtaking suite designed by Harry Winston showcases a mesmerizing blend of turquoise and ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Goddess Maiden Woman Locket Necklace Gorgeous
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant necklace which features a beautiful goddess maiden woman with extraordinary flowing hair. This is one o...
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
Victorian 14K Gold Flower Brooch with Pearls & Diamonds, Circa 1890
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Victorian gold brooch Brooch is mounted with pearls and pearl surround and European cut diamonds Center Pearl measuring 10 mm 14 karat yellow gold Old European ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired 579 carat Carved Gemstone Dia Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond,...
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl pendant, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning Art Nouveau diamond pendant is a true beauty! This finely crafted piece is both elegant and bold at the same time, the pendant has a beautiful openwork design giving i...
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, 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.
Very few gems dazzle quite in the manner that tourmaline does — vintage and antique tourmaline jewelry is a showstopper, and you can blame this on its wide range of spectacular colors. In fact, when Dutch traders brought stones back home from Sri Lanka that they couldn't identify, they called them "toramalli," a Sinhalese term for "mixed gems."
If you could transform the ocean to a gem, this is what it would look like: a clear, translucent azure, bordering on turquoise, hypnotizing in its depth and sparkling in the sun.
There is, in fact, such a stone, although it comes from deep in the copper-rich mountains of Paraíba, Brazil, and not from the oceans along its coast. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraíba tourmaline, a kind of tourmaline discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
While diamonds generally sell for about $6,000 per carat, a carat of Paraíba tourmaline is likely to fetch about $16,000. Fans of the gem are said to include singer Taylor Swift and actress Zooey Deschanel, as well as some of the finest jewelers.
“No other stone can have a color as magnetic and captivating as Paraíba tourmaline,” says Vania Leles of VanLeles Diamonds, who combines the stone with diamonds and other gems in several of her designs.
You don't have to stop at Paraíba tourmaline jewelry — on 1stDibs, find the most extraordinary antique and vintage tourmaline rings, tourmaline and diamond earrings and other accessories.