$350,000
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet A unique Harry Winston diamond bracelet set with round, marquise, baguette, and tapered baguette-cut diamonds, Accompanied by Harry Winston certific...
Diamond, Platinum
Ruchi New York 49.17ct Rose Cut Diamond Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
"Heritage Collection" Introducing the exquisite Rose Cut Different Shapes Diamond Bracelet, meticulously crafted in 18K Rose Gold. This bracelet is a true testament to the beauty a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 35.0ctw Natural Emerald Cut Bracelet and Round Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Rose Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 35.0ctw of Natural Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Natural Diamonds Measurements: 7.5" 14mm X 7.5 mm Total Weight: 92.9g (59.7d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$36,720Sale Price|22% Off
Magnificent Diamond Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching clamper style carpet diamond bracelet is a true masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Designed to hug the wrist with a seamless, fluid shape, the bracelet fea...
Diamond, 14k Gold
18kt White Gold Four Row Princess-Cut and Baguette Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in Denver, CO
This exquisite custom made link bracelet handcrafted in 18kt white gold features four rows of alternating princess-cut and baguette diamonds totaling 19.32 carats, H-I color, VS clar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Ruby and Carre-Cut Diamond White Gold Tennis Link Bracelet
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Ruby- 10.04 Cts Diamond- 5.40 Cts All Diamonds are G/H-SI
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oscar Heyman 51.88 Carats Total Asscher & Round Cut Diamond Multi-Row Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
A well-crafted bracelet by Oscar Heyman, showcasing five rows of 265 Asscher cut diamonds weighing 45.25 carats total with F color and VS clarity. Accented by a row of 106 round bril...
Diamond, Platinum
$15,312Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 6.48 Carat Multi Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Handmade 6.48 Carat Multi Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18K White Gold Jewelry featured an articulated line design. It is defined by its use of different shape of diamonds cuts. T...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,249Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 6.48 Carat Multi Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Handmade 6.48 Carat Multi Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold Jewelry featured an articulated line design. It is defined by its use of different shape of diamonds cuts. T...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
12.20 Carat Diamond Emerald Pie-Cut "Illusion" Solitaire Tennis Bracelet in Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
12.20 Carat Diamond Emerald Pie-Cut "Illusion" Solitaire Tennis Bracelet in Gold This invisible setting diamond pie-cut tennis bracelet is a crafty design wherein 9 smaller fancy em...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$6,125Sale Price|49% Off
NWT $12, 249 18KT Gold Gorgeous 7.50CT Princess Cut Ruby Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Sparkling Princess Cut Ruby and Diamond Bracelet. FEATURING Magnificent Rare Gorgeous Fancy Princess Cut...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$11,969Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k White Gold 3.79 Ct Marquise Cut Natural Diamond Tennis Stackable Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Brilliant Cut 3.79Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Cuff Bracelet 14k White Gold features a unique crossover design, adorned with arranged marquise-cut natural diamonds. Diamonds are a univ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,024Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.60Ct Marquise & Pear Cut Open Bangle Bracelet 18k White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Details Item Code :-SEB-61271 Gross Wt. :- 4.16 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :-4.04 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.60 Ct. ( SI Clarity & Hi Color ) Follow JEWEL PALATE STOREFRONT for new...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$50,000
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet A white gold bracelet with an undulating line of 102 round cut diamonds and 34 oval rubies. Approximate Length: 7.5" Approximate Diamond Weight: 8.16 car...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$26,251Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold 6.94 Ct Two Tone Pear Cut Diamond Statement Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
18K White Gold 6.94 Ct Two Tone Pear Cut Diamond Statement Bracelet features mixed cut diamonds set in prong settings in a shape of a leaf in an open style.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,260Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Oval Pear Marquise Cut Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet 2.06 Ct
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
There is a warmth that only yellow gold carries — a richness that feels like afternoon light, like the inside of something precious, like a decision that will never need to be recons...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 53.80 Carats Fancy Cut Diamond White Gold & Platinum Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A luxurious fashion bracelet, featuring 101 fancy cut diamonds weighing 53.80 carats total with D-E-F color and VS+ clarity, set in multiple intricate prong settings. Perfectly made ...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
$68,400Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 12 Ct. Bracelet with Round Brilliant and Trapeze-Cut Diamonds
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent articulated bracelet is a striking Art Deco high jewelry, crafted in luxurious 18K white gold. The bracelet features an elegant openwork construction, meticulously d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960S Diamond Platinum Cocktail Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully handcrafted 1960s platinum diamond cocktail bracelet. 5 flexible oval sections set with round and baguette cut diamonds and spaced by 5 rosette shaped sections set with r...
Diamond, Platinum
19.15 Carat Diamond Gold Bracelet
By EstatebyJR
Located in New York, NY
This line bracelet from our contemporary estate collection centers on a 19.15-carat diamond in a mixed cut.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
13.03 Carats Total Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite bracelet, featuring a cluster of baguette cut diamonds weighing 11.58 carats total, channel-set in an angled weave design. Accented by round brilliant cut diamonds weigh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet A white and yellow gold bracelet set with 10 French-cut sapphires, accented by diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight: 1 carat Approximate Sapphire Weig...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
French Diamond Snowflake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
French Diamond Snowflake Bracelet An 18-karat white gold snowflake motif bracelet set with round and baguette cut diamonds. Approximate diamond weight: 12.05 carats Metal Type:...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 17.26CTW Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning hand fabricated Platinum vintage bracelet encrusted with 17.26CTW of diamonds. Gemstone: Earth Mined Diamond Diamond Carat Weight: 17.26CTW Diamond Cut: Transitional Roun...
Diamond, Platinum
$300,000
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Diamond Bracelet A beautiful Harry Winston cluster bracelet set with approximately 42 carats of diamonds Made in 1965 Accompanied by an IAJA letter of authenticity ...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Round Shape Brilliant Cut Pave Set Lux 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fairfax, VA
Diamond Round Shape Brilliant Cut Pave Set Lux 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet 11 CTW Diamonds G/VS Quality Grades + 18K White Gold Beautiful Work, Structure, Finish, Make Will Fit Mo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,416Sale Price|20% Off
10.3 Carat SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This 10.3 Carat SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet features mixed shape diamonds set in the row making a tennis bracelet.
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
10.30 Carat Round and Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This stunning diamond tennis bracelet blends the timeless elegance of round brilliant-cut diamonds with the sleek sophistication of emerald-cut diamonds, creating a captivating desig...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$61,200Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $136, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Fancy Sapphire Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire , Emerald, Rose Cut, Gem Apatite Diamond Bracelet. Brace...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 33.66 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Fashion Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite bracelet, showcasing oval cut blue sapphires weighing 33.66 carats total, each set on a classic four prong setting. Elegantly spaced by baguette cut diamonds weighing 3....
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Cut Diamonds Bracelet With Center Stone Tourmaline In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite bracelet brings together timeless beauty and bold design. Handcrafted with 13.66g of 14K gold and 39.22g of silver, the piece features a striking 3.50ct tourmaline cen...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$4,106Sale Price|20% Off
Heart and Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Heart and Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K Rose Gold Fine Jewelry This bracelet features continuous line of sparkling diamonds, with a sleek, minimal silhouette that g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet A white gold bracelet set with 8 oval sapphires, accented by round-cut diamonds and square-cut sapphires. Approximate length: 7 inches Metal Type: 1...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Shape Rose Cut Diamond Unique Statement Lux 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fairfax, VA
Diamond Bangle 14 CTW Diamonds G/VS Quality Grades + 18K White Gold Fancy Shapes with Rose-Cut Facets Beautiful Work, Structure, Finish, Make Will Fit Most Small to Larger Medium Si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,036Sale Price / item|20% Off
Brilliant Cut 2.89 CTW Diamond Engagement Bracelet Gift in 14k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Brilliant Cut 2.89 CTW Diamond Engagement Bracelet Gift in 14K gold showcases sparkling natural diamonds, weighing 2.89 carats. April birthstone diamond brings love, fame, succ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$19,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT 39, 000 Rare 18KT Gold Fancy Cut Glittering Tanzanite Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Large Magnificent Rare Fancy Gorgeous Fancy Cut Tanzanites and Diamond Bangle Bracelet. Bangle is comprised o...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s Diamond Platinum Cocktail Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted, this 1960s platinum bracelet is decoratively set with round, marquis and baguette cut diamonds. The flexible sections sparkle and sh...
Diamond, Platinum
SĀMAÁ Diamonds - Alma Viva Ruby Bracelet - Ruby & Diamond Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
About the Alma Viva Ruby Bracelet: A soulful expression of life and love, the Alma Viva Ruby Bracelet glows with vivid rubies that symbolize vitality and deep emotion. “Alma Viva,” m...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$11,000
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet A link bracelet set with square cut rubies and round cut diamonds Measures approximately: 7.24 inches long Rubies weight approximately: 3.85 carats Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,620Sale Price / item|20% Off
Heart Cut 2.80Ct Natural Diamond Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet In 14K White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Heart Cut 2.80Ct Natural Diamond Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet In 14K White Gold. Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity, strength, and elegance a perfect gift to commemorate milest...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Yellow gold bracelet set with 18 oval rubies and 198 round diamonds. Metal Type: 14-karat gold Approx. ruby weight: 6.12 carats Approx. combined diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$20,124Sale Price|20% Off
4.87Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Cuff Wraparound Bracelet in 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
4.87Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Cuff Wraparound Bracelet in 18k White Gold Jewelry The bangle features a striking open-ended structure that highlights a curated selection of four diffe...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamonds Bracelet
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco Platinum Diamonds Bracelet Marked: PLAT Approximate Dimensions: 18.8 cm (Length) 1.5 cm (Width) Approx. 6.44 carats (Diamond) 21.4 grams in weight. * All dimensions list...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum & Diamond French Retro Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Made from luxurious platinum, it features an impressive collection of mixed-cut diamonds that total 60.00 carats. The diamonds are characterized by their pristine white color, graded...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This sapphire diamond bracelet consists of 26 square-cut sapphires and 199 round-cut diamonds. There are three main diamonds decorating in the center of the bracelet approx. 2.15ct, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
9.10 Carat Oval Ruby and Emerald-Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This striking tennis bracelet is a celebration of passion and elegance, featuring a seamless row of vivid oval-cut rubies alternating with emerald-cut diamonds. Each stone is gracefu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.87 carats Oval Pear Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond 18K Rose Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 8.87 carats oval pear cut pink sapphire and 1.48 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the lat...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.84 Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
99 Baguette Diamonds: 7.08 Carats 198 White Round Diamonds: 2.76 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 26.04 Grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,886Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine 1.73Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Genuine 1.73Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry This bracelet designed with a delicate flow of marquise, pear, and emerald-cut diamonds, the bracelet...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$3,908Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine 1.73Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Genuine 1.73Ct SI/H Multi Cut Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry This bracelet designed with a delicate flow of marquise, pear, and emerald-cut diamonds, the bracelet...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Ultimate Diamond Cluster Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Unique and Fine Diamond Cluster Bracelet A very large and wide cluster bracelet featuring 72.50 Carats of Multi shaped White Diamond in a free form and cluster style. The Ultimate ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This 18K diamond bracelet is a remarkable piece in excellent condition. Crafted from 18K gold, it features 14.14 carats of white diamonds. Weighing 68.37 grams, this bracelet is a lu...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.05 Carats Round Cut Ruby with Diamond & Emerald Bangle Bracelet in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful bracelet, featuring two round cut rubies weighing 1.05 carats total. Surrounded by a semi-halo of round cut diamonds and accented by marquise cut emeralds weighing 1.20 c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphire Bracelet A bracelet set with 48 cabochon sapphires and accented round cut diamonds. Approximate Sapphire Weight: 59.70 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: 6.60 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Diamond and Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Look at this stunning 18k diamond and ruby bracelet! 18K Diamond and Ruby Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 7.5 inches...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s 15.00 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Round Brilliant, Baguette, and Marquise cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 15.00 carats. Circa 1950s Size 6 1/2 inches
Diamond, Platinum
$3,500Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Wave Cuff Bridal Bracelet 14k White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Marquise Pear Cut SI/H Diamond Wave Cuff Bridal Bracelet 14k White Gold Jewelry The necklace features an elegant wave silhouette, creating a graceful curve that beautifully hugs the ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k 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.
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.