$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Circle diamond pendant necklace 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Classical dainty diamond pendant necklace 14KT yellow gold. Metal Type: 14KT Natural Diamond(s): Color: F-G Cut:Round Brilliant Carat: 0.90ct Clarity: VS-SI (average) Item: T3000 C...
Diamond, Gold
Diamond Multi-Circle Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique and stylish necklace featuring 3.76 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds along with one larger rose-cut diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Half Diamond Cross within Circle Diamond Necklace
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: .50cttw Diamond Cut: Round Pendant Material: 14k White Gold Weight: 3 grams Dimensions of Pendant: 15mm Chain: 18" 14k...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.40 Carats Total Round Brilliant Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pendant necklace, showcasing one row of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.40 carats total with F-G color and VS-SI clarity, set in a circular design. Made with 18K wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.2 Carat Graduated Round Diamond Circle Frame Pendant in 14k White Gold ref1069
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
Elevate every look with timeless brilliance. This elegant circle pendant is crafted in luminous 14K white gold and set with 26 graduated round brilliant diamonds, totaling 1.2-1.3 c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 6.60 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, carat tot...
Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant on a 14K Yellow Gold Chain This gorgeous 14K white gold circle pendant is decorated with 46 sparkling round cut diamonds and it paired ...
Diamond, White Gold
2 Carat Emerald Circle Pendant with 0.70ct Diamond in 18k White Gold ref1046
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This pendant features approximately 2 carats of marquise cut fine emeralds, in a circle shape. A second internal circle is made of round diamonds set in clusters to give the impressi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Circle Flower Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined and timeless Tiffany & Co. diamond pendant necklace crafted in platinum. This elegant design features a circular floral-inspired motif composed of 81 round brilliant c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$3,394Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl Diamond Circle Pendant 1.04 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold pendant featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 13-14 mm with a diamond circle containing 62 round brilliants weighing 1.04 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearl can be...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Diamond Necklace, White & Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Circle Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circle of Life Pendant with natural Diamonds. 14K white and yellow gold. approx weight 5.85 grams(without the chain) approx diamonds 1.25 ct G-SI (20 diamonds of 0.07ct) Circle size ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.5 Carat Marquise Cut Sapphire and 0.7 Ct Diamond Circle Pendant in 18W ref820
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This pendant features approximately 2.5 carats of marquise cut fine sapphires, in a circle shape. A second internal circle is made of round diamonds set in clusters to give the impre...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.0 Carat Oval Sapphire Circle Pendant With 0.60 ct Diamond in 18k White ref822
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your look with this elegant sapphire circle pendant, holding a series of oval sapphires, designed to blend classic charm with modern sophistication. Twelve oval sapphires for...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,460Sale Price|20% Off
Concentric Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Concentric Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this striking pendant necklace features a layered concentric circle design set with round d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Diamond Vine Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous necklace from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. Crafted from 18ct rose gold, the pendant here showcases an open circular design with a ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
.95ct Natural Round Diamonds Circle Pendant Necklace 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Circle Necklace & Floating Diamond Center: .45ct Fancy Brown Vs-2 clarity Side diamonds .50ct H-color Vs-2 clarity 14kt.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$18,400 / item
Brilliant Cut Diamond Circle Link Necklace 20 inch
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
A modern take on diamond necklaces- the round diamond link necklace is set with brilliant cut diamonds of over 5.5 cts- perfect for layering with your existing necklaces - tennis nec...
Diamond
2.35 Carat Round Triple Circle Diamond Pendant Necklace
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
2.35 Carat Round Triple Circle Diamond Pendant Necklace -Material: 18K White Gold; -Diamonds: Round Cuts, 2.35ct total; -Chain: 15.5 inches Handmade in New York City.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
.35ct Natural Round Diamonds Circle Pendant Necklace 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Circle Necklace Natural Diamonds: .35ct. Vs-2 clarity, G-color 14kt.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiny 14K White Gold Diamond Circle Cluster Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This adorable little necklace is 14k white gold. It features an estimated .14 ctw in tiny genuine diamonds. The pendant measures apx 5/16 of an inch. The necklace can be clasped at 1...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Diamond Triple Scalloped Gold Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! RBC Diamond Gold Drop Pendant Necklace. Featuring an Open Triple Scalloped Circle Gold Pendant.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$600Sale Price|40% Off
Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 0.09ctw 15.75in
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This elegant round diamond circle pendant necklace in 14kt white gold features 0.09 carats total weight of natural HI SI2–I1 round diamonds, offering subtle sparkle in a timeless ope...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .47ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .47ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm wide Diamond: 14 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .47 Hal...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Circle of Life Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Circle of Life Necklace Mounted in 18k Yellow Gold This open circle pendant, encrusted with 42 round brilliant diamonds set in 18K yellow gold, is a gorgeous example of a cla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.02ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Fluted Circle Necklace
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite necklace features a 0.02ct round brilliant cut diamond, epitomizing understated luxury. Crafted in 14K gold, the pendant embodies modern minimalism with timeless sophi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Interlocking Circle Necklace with Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold interlocking circle necklace with 0.33 carat sapphires and 0.19 carat diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 5.30 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Open Circle Loop Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Celebrate everlasting style with this exquisite open-circle loop pendant necklace. The pendant features a classic "Circle of Life" silhouette beautifully accented with a continuous r...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Open Circle Loop Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Celebrate everlasting style with this exquisite open-circle loop pendant necklace. The pendant features a classic "Circle of Life" silhouette beautifully accented with a continuous r...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Circle Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver 1 Carat Mined Diamonds
Located in Dearborn, MI
Circle Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver 1 Carat Mined Diamonds Features 1 Carat of Genuine Mined Round Brilliant Cut White Diamonds Modern Stylish Pendant Classic ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Eternity Diamond Pendant Circle Pendant Necklace Sapphire Diamond Filigree
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning aartistic pendant made with abstract butterfly in 14KT rose gold. The gemstones are rubies,sapphires and diamonds that were carefully matched to make the ombre pinkish red. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$586Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Rose Gold Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience effortless brilliance with this Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K rose gold, the necklace features a delicate open-circle silh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$586Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience effortless brilliance with this Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, the necklace features a delicate open-circle si...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$586Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience effortless brilliance with this Diamond Pave Circle "O" Pendant Necklace. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K white gold, the necklace features a delicate open-circle sil...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .93ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .93ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" long Pendant: 21mm wide Diamond: 21 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .93 Hal...
Diamond, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Open Circle Drop Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Open Circle Drop Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 17" long Pendant: 14mm wide Diamond: 15 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .50 appr...
Diamond, Platinum
Round Diamond and Blue Sapphire Circle Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A unique and stylish pendant necklace showcasing a round brilliant diamond center, accented by rows of round diamonds and blue sapphires. Diamonds weigh 0.63 carats total; blue sapph...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.11 Carat Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold adjustable length necklace with 37 round diamonds weighing 0.11 carat total. Necklace is freely adjustable up to 18 inches long.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Double Circle Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Chopard Happy Diamonds pendant necklace showcases the maison's iconic playful aesthetic.
Diamond, White Gold
18K White Gold .95 CTW Diamond Circle "Y" Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
18k white gold .95 CTW diamond circle "Y" necklace. The diamonds in the necklace are all round, the necklace is 16 inches, circle measures to be 14.5mm in diameter, smaller diamonds ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace #21815
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Pendant Pendant Necklace- Elegant and minimal with a touch of sparkle, this 14K white gold circle pendant features 11 shimmering round brilliant cut ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond Circles Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Roberto Coin 18k White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Experience the artistry of Italian luxury with this breathtaking Roberto Coin diamond circle pendant, a masterpiece of co...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.82 Carat Round Diamond Circle of Life Pendant Necklace
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
1.82 Carat Round Diamond Circle Of Life Pendant Necklace -Material: 18K White Gold; -Circle Width: 20mm; -Diamonds: Round Brilliant Cuts, 1.82cts; -Quality: F-G color, VS-SI clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 1.47 grams Diamonds: .08 CTW natural round diamonds G-H SI Length: 16 inches Circle: 9mm ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 14k white gold Weight: 1.47 grams Diamonds: .08 CTW natural round diamonds G-H SI Length: 16 inches Circle: 9mm No...
Diamond, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace- This lovely circle pendant features nine round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14K white gold and suspended from a classic ca...
Diamond, White Gold
Yellow Gold Circle Pendant with the Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold circle pendant features 0.48 cts round halo cut diamonds. This product comes with a certificate of appraisal This product will be packaged in a custom box Comp...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Circle Pendant with Diamonds and 15" Necklace.
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18k White Gold Circle Pendant with Diamonds and 15" Necklace. (New) Necklace Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Dev Valencia 18K White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace #25733
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Dev Valencia 18K White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace- This sparkling circle pendant features 42 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Double Open Circle Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 0.61cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: necklace measures 20-inches in length Weight: 4.65 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Graduated Diamond Circle of Life Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elevate your style with this sophisticated circle pendant necklace, crafted in radiant 14KT yellow gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT White Gold Graduated Diamond Circle of Life Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elevate your style with this sophisticated circle pendant necklace, crafted in radiant 14KT white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Diamond Nail Motif Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
This striking pendant offers a bold, industrial-inspired twist on the classic circle necklace. Featuring a stylized "bent nail" motif, the piece is meticulously crafted in 14K pink g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace #25502
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Modern elegance meets timeless style with this 14K two-tone gold pendant necklace.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Bulgari Circle Drop Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this delightful Bvlgari Diamond Gold Necklace. This Diamond pearl Diamond Drop necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, with square and circular diamond motifs. The gleami...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Gold Oval Ruby Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold oval ruby diamond circle pendant necklace. A contemporary diamond ruby circle pendant necklace is perfect for your everyday wear.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jose Hess 18K White Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Jose Hess Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Length: 18.00 Inches Diameter: 19.50 mm Weight: 4.46 grams One lady's rhodium plated 18K white gold, diamond necklace...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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.