14K White Gold Cushion Cut Blue Topaz Infinity Drop Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
Suspended from a matching white gold cable chain, this pendant necklace offers a sophisticated and feminine look, making it a perfect statement piece for special occasions or a refin...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Checkerboard Cushion Cut Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Pink Tourmaline: 1 Checkerboard Cushion Cut= 2.61ct Diamonds: 32 round cut= 0.16cttw Color: G-H Clarity: VS1-VS2 Length: the necklace measu...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.90 Carat Old Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Victorian era pendant. The pendant features a central cushion cut diamond with three old cut diamonds set above and crafted in 18ct yellow gold and silver.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Victorian heart-shaped pendant featuring a rich red central ruby which is surrounded by old cut diamonds. The pendant is crafted in 15ct gold with a silver setting for...
Ruby, 15k Gold
TJD 0.12 CTW Diamond & 6X6MM Cushion Cut Tanzanite 14 K White Gold Halo Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond double heart pendant. The pendant is crafted from 14-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round Brilliant 36 w...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pendant Necklace GIA 2, 02 ct H/VS1 Cushion Cut Diamond & White Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
At its center is a cushion-cut diamond weighing 2.02 carats, with an H color grade and VS1 clarity, offering remarkable brilliance, fire, and visual impact.
5.24tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Cushion Cut & Diamond Three Stone Gold Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Command attention with this captivating Curb Chain Solid Gold 5.24 TCW Dark Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Necklace — a modern classic infused with timeless allure. A...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Royal Bow Necklace with Cushion-Cut Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This 18K yellow gold necklace is a true embodiment of grace and refinement. At its heart lies a cushion-cut natural diamond (0.19ct), radiating brilliance and sophistication. Surroun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.05 CTW Diamond & 8X6 MM Cushion Cut Morganite 14 K Rose Gold Halo Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
With the perfect mix of glamour and simplicity, this designer diamond wedding band fits any occasion with ease. The ring is crafted from 14-karat Rose gold and features round - 3 whi...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K TT Gold 2.29ctw White & Champagne Diamond Large Cushion Enhancer Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 0.17ctw (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut -...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
36.10 Carat Cushion-Cut Kunzite And Diamond in 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
36.10 Carat Cushion-Cut Pink Kunzite And Round Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace with a Fancy 16 Inch White Gold Chain.
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Sapphire Cushion Cut & Diamonds By The Yard Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K White Gold Sapphire Cushion Cut & Diamond Drop Diamonds by the Yard Necklace Product: 18K White Gold Necklace With 2 Bezel Set Sapphire in a Diamonds by The Yard Chain.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
36.10 Carat Cushion-Cut Kunzite And Diamond in 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
36.10 Carat Cushion-Cut Pink Kunzite And Round Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace with a Fancy 16 Inch White Gold Chain.
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handmade 14kt Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cushion Shaped Ice Diamond Minimal Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.522g,D:1.84ct,size-21X11 MM
Diamond, 18k Gold
TJD 0.20 Carat Natural Diamond 14KT Gold Cushion Frame Halo Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful cushion pendant necklace is studded with 19 brilliant cut and baguette cut natural diamonds in prong and channel setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion Shaped Ice Diamond Pendant Made In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.568g,D:2.51ct,size-21X12 MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,544Sale Price|20% Off
Venice Collection:Cushion-Shaped 18k Rose Gold Diamond Pendant with white Enamel
Located in רמת גן, IL
SKU# 4006142 Introducing a Cushion-Cut pendant crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold, adorned with exquisite white enamel and featuring a 1.01 carat champagne color cushion cut diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
TJD 1.50 Carat Morganite & Diamond 14KT Gold Cushion Frame Halo Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful halo pendant necklace is studded with 48 single cut, brilliant cut natural diamonds and 1 cushion morganite in prong setting.
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
TJD 1.45 Carat Morganite & Diamond Rose Gold Cushion Frame Halo Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Take your look from ready to radiant with this classic morganite pendant. This beautiful halo pendant necklace is studded with 36 single cut natural diamonds and 1 cushion cut morgan...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant necklace centers around a deep blue sapphire in a striking elongated cushion cut, exuding timeless beauty and poise. The sapphire is set within a soft rectangular pendan...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Shaped Ice Diamond Designer Pendant With Pave Diamonds In 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:1.9g,D:4.51ct,,,
Diamond, Rose Gold
2 Carat Cushion Tanzanite Diamond Gold Signed Le Vian Designer Pendant Necklace
By Le Vian
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Le Vian Pendant Necklace, featuring a securely Hand set 2 Carat Vibrant Rich Blue-Violet Cushion Tanzanite. Surrounded by an artfully Hand-crafted i...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.78 Carat Total Cushion Cut and Pear Shape Fancy Yellow Diamond in White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Shaped Ice Diamond Pendant Made In In 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.322g,D:3.89ct,size-19X12 MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Lovely 1.10ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Halo Necklace with Pendant
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 1.10ct Double Excellent Ideal Cut Diamonds Halo Necklace with Pendant in 18k Rose Gold - GIA Certified Elevate your elegance with this luxurious 18k rose gold halo necklace w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
RUCHI Cushion Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Aquamarine- 4.03 Cts Diamond- 0.25 Cts Blue Sapphire- 0.39 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Art Nouveau Artisan Pendant Necklace with Cushion Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fairy Tale artisan pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold and features diamonds and a huge vivid amethyst in an antique cushion cut (26x21mm).
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, Rock Crystal, ...
TJD 0.10 Carat Natural White Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Cushion Shape Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Make any day special with this gorgeous diamond pendant. This pendant is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features 45 single cut diamonds set in prong setting. H-I color I2 clari...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Cushion Cut Amethyst Cts 2.20 and Round Tsavorite Cts 0.22 Diamond Penda
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Also adorning the bale are diamonds of 0.07 carats, elevating the pendant's brilliance.
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 24k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K/14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Amethyst Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K/14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Amethyst Cross Pendant. This gorgeous Victorian old cut diamond and amethyst cross pendant is crafted in 18k yello...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Emerald and Brilliant-Cut Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Emerald: 1.82ct total weight Diamond: 0.69ct total weight All diamonds are G-H/ SI stones. Chain Length: 16in to 18in
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ray Griffith's One Carat Antique Cut Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Gold Crownwork
By Ray Griffiths
Located in New York, NY
This pendant can be made with any size cushion diamond one carat to 12 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Aquamarine and diamond pendant, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine and diamond pendant. Set with with one cushion shape scissor cut natural aquamarine in open back claw settings with an approximate weight of 30.00 carats, suspended from o...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum, Silver
18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Cushion-Cut Sunflower Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Total Weight: 2.57 g Net Gold Weight: 2.425 g Main Stones: 2 Diamonds, 0.284 CT Secondary Stones: 72 Diamonds, 0.442 CT This stunning necklace features a cushion-cut design inspired ...
18k Gold
$960Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Oval-Cut Yellow Diamond Solitaire Charm Pendant in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist solitaire pendant features a 0.74 carat of oval-cut yellow diamond set in 14K yellow gold. The diamond measuring 4.4 x 5 mm. The diamond is secured in a classic prong...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White and Rose Gold Double Necklace with 20.40ct Cushion Cut Morganite
Located in New York, NY
At its center, a captivating 20.40ct cushion-cut Morganite steals the spotlight with its soft blush hue and exceptional brilliance.
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Natural 4.77cts Diamond Pendant Set in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This pendant set features an elegant and artistic design that beautifully blends modern styl...
Diamond, Gold
Diamond Semi Precious Pendant in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond wt 0.23cts semi precious wt 8.20cts gold net wt 3.224gm(18k) Its very hard to capture the true color and luster of the stone, I have tried to add pictures which are taken pro...
Diamond, 18k Gold
2.93CT Spine Cushion Cut Gemstone in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This gorgeous Cushion Cut Spinel gemstone pendant of 2.93CTW is surrounded by glistening natural diamonds that total up to 0...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion Blue Topaz Diamond Pink Gold Pendant
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Pendant Pink Gold 14 K Diamond 20-Round 57 -0,06-4/6A Topaz 1-4,18 (2)/1A Weight 2,73 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewe...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Natural 3.91cts Diamond Pendant Set in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This pendant set is a stunning example of elegant craftsmanship and timeless luxury. The des...
Diamond, Gold
GIA Cert 3.28 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Shield Kite Cut Natural Diamond Pendant
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Featuring 58 round-cut diamond accents forming a double halo around the center stone, set with a round-cut pink diamond top, atop a 0.31-carat cushion-cut diamond.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,245Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashion Tourmaline White Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Pendant (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 120-RND-0,49-I/SI1A Tourmaline 1-2,99 ct Weight 4.17 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKI...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
$7,459 / item
Classic Diamond White Gold Pendant for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Gold 14K Pendant White Diamond 7-0,15 ct Diamond 211-1,39 ct Weight 4,51 grams It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,041Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Cushion Salt and Pepper and Black Diamond Necklace Center 5.24 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our exclusive Alpinia collection, we are proud to present this handcrafted One-Of -A-Kind organic design necklace. An exotic combination of a Cushion shape Rosetta Salt & Pepper...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Gold
Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and diamond pendant. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural enhanced Ceylon Sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 9.2...
Yellow Sapphire
Retro Gold 3.2 Carat GIA Certified Natural Diamond Pendant Brooch Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The center stone is an extraordinary approximate 1.75-carat natural cushion portrait-cut / rose-style diamond, measuring approximate 10.1 x 9.0 x 2.12 mm.
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Old European Diamond Platinum Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning original Art Deco diamond brooch handcrafted in platinum. The pin features a center approximately 1.00 carat antique cushion cut diamond and 2 old European cut diamonds weig...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Pendant with Diamonds in Platinum and White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
A stunning example of Edwardian craftsmanship, this exquisite antique pendant is masterfully composed of platinum and white gold. At its heart lies a captivating 0.65-carat oval-cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant SSEF Certified
Located in New York, NY
Details: • Material: Yellow gold • Gemstones: • Pear-cut emerald, 1.58 carats (SSEF Certificate n° 131425) • Round-cut emerald, 0.89 carats (SSEF Certificate n° 131426) • 34 old cush...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Cross 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Amethyst Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace in Gold.
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An elegant antique Edwardian pendant necklace crafted in warm yellow gold, centering on a richly coloured rectangular cushion-cut amethyst framed by luminous seed pearls and delicate...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold
Cushion Shaped White Moon Guilloche Stone Pendant 18k Rose Gold 1 Diam. 0.04 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant 18k rose gold, Era collection, 1 diamond 0.04 ct G VS brilliant cut, white moon stone over guilloche 18k gold disc About the creator Victor Mayer ...
Diamond, Moonstone, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Star Pendant 14k Rose Gold Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
One estimated 0.15 carat old cushion cut diamond (estimated at I-J color and SI1-2 clarity).
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
17.16 Carat Emerald with White and Yellow Diamond Halo Pendant
Located in Trumbull, CT
Natural cushion cut emerald with two rows of halo of white and yellow diamond. Combination of yellow and white diamond blend seamlessly with the rich green color of emerald to make i...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald
Multi Sapphire 18K Diamonds Rose Gold Colourful Pendant Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 0.28 Cts/45 Pcs Multi Sapphire 12.58 Cts/40 Pcs Weight 11,33 grams Length 42 cm (Adjustable= With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.