0.25 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Cross Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.25 Carat Natural Diamond and Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds and Sapphires 0.25CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style 2.10 gram ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1900s 18K Gold Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Early 1900s Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, tested Gemstones: 5 Diamonds, approx. 0.40 carats total 4 Cultured Pearls Weight: 9.7 grams Dimensions: 2.5 x 2 in.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Cross Ribbon Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Show off your faith with this stunning 10K yellow gold coated .925 sterling silver ribbon cross pendant. The cross shaped pendant crafted with warm weaves of 10k yellow gold flashed ...
Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant 14k Round Brilliant .46ctw Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.46ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .46ctw Theme: Cross, Faith ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco diamond 14k yellow gold and platinum cross pendant necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Art Deco cross pendant necklace is a beautifully detailed jewel from the 1920’s, centered by an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carat.
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cross Natural Diamond Stacking Pendant in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This pendant showcases a refined cross design featuring alternating baguette an...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Handmade Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- PEMJ-2009 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gold Weight - 3.04 Grams Diamon...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1899s Guilloche Enamel And Diamond Russian Cross Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold large russian cross pendant in blue guilloche enamel with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 2 carats and 12 white natural pearls this unuswal cross was made in st...
Natural Diamond Cross Charm Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k White Gold Cross Charm Pendant Genuine Diamond Handmade Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- Pemj-1513 Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gold Weight - 2.19 Grams Diamond Weigh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Cross Natural Diamond Baptism Pendant in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This pendant features a double-line cross design with alternating baguette and ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$3,342Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant 18KT White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant with IGI Certification
Located in Antwerp, BE
Make a timeless statement with this stunning diamond pendant. (Chain not included) Material: 18KT White Gold Gold Weight: 13.76 grams Pendant Dimensions: 2 inches (H) with loop x ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.25 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Cross Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.25 Carat Natural Diamond and Pink Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds and Pink Sapphires 0.25CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Diamonds Silver 18 Karats White Gold Chain Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cross in silver, swan hallmark. Beautiful antique cross it is openworked and decorated on all its arms of rose-cut diamonds. In the center, a round pattern is set with a rose-cut dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
0.50ctw Diamond Stylized Cross Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold 18" Rope Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.50ctw Cut - Baguette Color - F - G Clarity - I1 - I2 Please note there are surface reaching inclusions. Metal: 14k White ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
Located in New York, NY
0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.20CT G-H SI 14K White ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 14k Gold & Platinum 4.63ctw Bezel Diamond Large Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Bezel Set - VS2-SI2 Clarity - H-J Color Total Carat Weight: 4.62 (approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold w/ Platin...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Handmade Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- PE-58YWD Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gold Weight - 2.72 Grams Diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold 0.47 Ct Diamond Pavé Faith Script Cross Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This diamond pavé script cross pendant is precisely that.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.35 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
Located in New York, NY
0.35 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.35CT G-H SI 14K White ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond Cross Motif Charm Pendant Solid 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Genuine Diamond Handmade Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- Pemj-1513 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gold Weight - 2.19 Grams Diamond Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Solid 14k Rose Gold Natural Diamond Cross Charm Pendant Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Diamond Solid 14k Rose Gold Cross Charm Pendant Handmade Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code:- PEMJ-1945 Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Gold Weight - 1.7 Grams Diamond Weight ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
.50 Carat Natural Diamonds Rounds Cross Necklace 14 Karat Petite Class
Located in New York, NY
.50ct. Natural Diamonds Cross Pendant Full cut brilliants Rounds, bead set. G color Vs-2 clarity. Cross: .87 X .42 inch 14kt. rose gold 1.4 grams.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Ruby Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This gorgeous cross enhancer features 4 Diamonds total weight of 0.16 Carat, 2 Ruby cabochon the weight of 4.20 Carat, and 4 Aquamarines total weight of 0.88 Carat.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold...
TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cross Station Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This cross pendant necklace features 25 brilliant diamonds in bezel setting and handcrafted in 18 kt yellow gold. Diamonds are graded H-I Color, I2 Clarity. This piece is made to o...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 1980's Diamond Enamel 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Cross Pendant Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pierced cross motif with flaring terminals and tiered rows of twisted rope Centering a domed enamel faux gemstone with enamel accents throughout Opaque glossy white in ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Neiman Marcus Citrine, Emerald and Peridot 18K White Gold Cross Pendant
By Neiman Marcus
Located in New York, NY
Further enhancing this cross pendant’s elegance are two bright green peridots totaling 1 carat and white single cut and trapeze diamonds which bring an add an antique feel to this un...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, White Gold
5.73 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Color Yellow Green Diamond Cross 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Fancy Diamond Cross. .48ct. Brilliant Princess Cut Fancy Yellow Green Diamond Natural & Untreated Vs-2 clarity. Natural 5.25ct Rubies Brilliant rounds, fu...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cross 14KT yellow gold 2.5 inches long 2ct diamonds large cross VS dia
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Well made and crafted large cross in 14KT yellow gold, VS diamonds, 2.5 inches long cross with crazy sparkle! A true work of art! Details: Diamonds: Clarity: VS Color:F Carat:2 Weig...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.54 Carat Natural Diamonds and Vivid Green Tsavorite Cross 18 Karat and Chain
Located in New York, NY
Vivid Greens. 8.00 Natural Princess cut Tsavorite cross clean clarity & transparent. Vivid Forest Green colors. .72ct center radiant cut diamond K-color Vs-2 clarity. .82ct bag...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Curved Cross Diamond Necklace, First Communion, 14K Rose Gold, Quinceñera
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
We have this beauty marked down from the original price of $875. The diamonds weigh a total of 0.08 carats on the 1/2-inch long curved rose gold cross pendant.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,125Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k White Gold Diamond Cross with Beading Around Each Diamond
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: CHAIN length: 16 inch CHAIN & PENDANT weight: 4.0 gram STONES: 11 DIAMONDS .55 CARATS COLOR & CLARITY: G SI1-2 metal:14k WHITE GOLD t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cross Brooch Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond cross brooch features a central South Sea pearl of 16mm, 2 pear shape faceted emeralds (2.43 carats), 2 pear shape faceted Thai rubies (2.95 carats) 4 pear shape faceted ...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...
Platinum Edwardian Maltese Cross Diamond Encrusted with Central Black Pearl Neck
Located in Venice, CA
The pendant contains 85 natural antique Old Mine Cut and Old European Cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Platinum
Four Pointed Arrow Princess Cut Diamond Cross Necklace .55cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamond Approx. Diamond Carat Weight: .55cttw Diamond Cut: Princess Pendant Material: 14k White Gold Dimensions of Pendant: 22mm x 12mm Weight: 2 gra...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver 2.0ct Natural Treated Black and White Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Imbued with divine elegance and modern sophistication, this striking .925 sterling silver pendant necklace captivates the eye with a dazzling cross populated by a harmonious blend of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural H/Si White Diamond VAIL Medallion Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is the front face of the Vail Pendant Charm. While the previous image showed the textured back, this side highlights the primary decorative details of the piece Details:- Item ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry D Letter 6 mm Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a dainty pavé diamond letter 'D' initial charm pendant. It is designed as a minimalist, everyday personalized piece Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1843-D Material - 14K So...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Cushion Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pendant will be made to your order in 1-2 weeks, contact us to find out more.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry D Letter 6 mm Letter Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a dainty pavé diamond letter 'D' initial charm pendant. It is designed as a minimalist, everyday personalized piece Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1843-D Material - 14K So...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry A Letter 6 mm Initial Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a dainty pavé diamond letter 'A' initial charm pendant. It is designed as a minimalist, everyday personalized piece Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1843-A Material - 14K So...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Solid 14k White Gold Jewelry T Letter 6 mm Initial Gift Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a dainty pavé diamond letter 'T' initial charm pendant. It is designed as a minimalist, everyday personalized piece Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1843-T Material - 14K So...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,470Sale Price|30% Off
Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Surrounding the diamond are meticulously arranged French-cut blue sapphires, forming a cross motif.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold 0.52 Ct Diamond Double Initial Heart Pendant C+N Sunburst Medallion
Located in Jaipur, IN
The face is engine-turned in a radial sunburst pattern; the edge is traced in diamond pavé; the bail continues the diamonds right to the chain. 0.52 carats natural diamonds. 14K soli...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque Old Mine Diamond Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds: H-I-J color, VS - SI clarity Pendant with French assay and maker's mark Pendant length is 2 1/4 inches (56mm).
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$3,075Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant '1 1/2 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
Eleven brilliant shared prongs round diamonds make up this spectacular cross pendant crafted in 14k white gold. Product details: Center Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Center Gemst...
Diamond, White Gold
2.86 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 2.86 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set cross pendant; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1712 Spanish 8 Escudo Cob Coin 1715 Fleet Wreck 22K & 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Shipwreck Treasure Coin Pendant Necklace Coin Metal: 22K Spanish Gold (historical) Pendant Mount Metal: 18K Yellow Gold — hallmarked "18K" on rever...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1712 Spanish 8 Escudo Cob Coin 1715 Fleet Wreck 22K & 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Shipwreck Treasure Coin Pendant Necklace Coin Metal: 22K Spanish Gold (historical) Pendant Mount Metal: 18K Yellow Gold — hallmarked "18K" on rever...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé 18K Gold Diamond Guilloche Enamel Locket by Victor Mayer
By Fabergé
Located in Venice, CA
There are nine natural diamonds that measure 2 mm each. The diamonds are G-H in color, VS1 in clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
White Gold 18 Karat Diamonds and Sapphire Flexible Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Flexible Necklace articulated in White Gold 18 Carats composed of 4 interlaced Rows retained by a Crossed Pattern paved with 68 Diamonds for a weight of 1.02 carats : 1 row setting 1...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch Pendant C. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Estimated total diamond weight is 7.60 carats. Total height with bail 52 mm (2 in.)
Diamond, 14k Gold
Choker Cross Pendant Marquise Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Chokers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trendy Brilliant Greek Cross Choker / Pendant) 14k White Gold - Great for Choker or regular pendant Natural Marquise Diamond sizes: 4.5 x 4.2mm Total diamond weight approx 0.40 carat...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Earrings G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.20 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Earrings G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Earrings 0.20CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, 1 gram, Pave 1/2 inc...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14K Rose Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.42CT G-H SI 14K Rose Gold pave style 2 grams 1/2 inc...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.42CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold pave style 2 grams 1/...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.42CT G-H SI 14K White Gold pave style 2 grams 1/2 i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.42CT G-H SI 14K White Gold pave style 2 grams 1/2 i...
Diamond, 14k 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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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.