46 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Tennis Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the elegance of a bygone era, this antique-inspired necklace is a true masterpiece. Crafted in 18K yellow gold and silver, it showcases a breathtaking total of 46.15 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond & Yellow Gold Demi Riviere Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This breathtaking antique necklace dates back circa 1870's. It is decorated by hand-cut diamonds that were cut to get the most sparkle in candlelight, which only adds to the romantic...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Modern Antique 18 Karat White Gold 31.71ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Rivière Necklace
By RAREVER
Located in London, GB
We promise you this is something that you have never seen before! 18K white gold diamond necklace mounted with old cut diamonds and green emeralds. 21.15 carats in old cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
W 0.16 in L 15.83 in
Old-Cut Diamond, 21.74 Carat, Rivière Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver
Located in Geneva, Geneva
This antique collet-set old-cut diamond necklace composed of 75 graduated old-cut diamonds Mounted in 18k rose gold and silver - 75 old cut diamonds: 21.74ct total
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace, ca. 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Important Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace, ca. 1880s A spectacular antique riviera necklace from the Victorian period, studded with 33 large old European cut diamonds bet...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Beautiful Old Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace Circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian rivière diamond necklace c.1860s set with eighty two old cut diamonds in open backed silver cut down collets backed with gold, the graduated diamonds estimated ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Italian Old Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace Circa 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: late 19th century Lenght: 44 cm Weight: 56,23 gr The necklace, attributable to the Italian manufacture of the 1870s, is characterized of a degrading riviere composed of for...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Important Old Mine Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Important Riviere Necklace set with 47 Old European cut diamonds weighing 46.10 carats total.
Diamond, Platinum
57.19cttw Old European Cut Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of our bespoke Riviera necklace, a true testament to exquisite craftsmanship and opulent design. This captivating piece is meticulously handcrafted in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
70 Carats Old European-Cut Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage-inspired rivièra necklace is crafted from a sleek silver and 18-karat gold chain. It's strung with forty seven Old European-cut diamonds that shimmer in the light. Wear yours...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Old Mine cut Diamond Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Platinum Riviere graduated necklace, Bezel set with old Mine cut Diamonds, and having Milgrain edges.
Diamond, Platinum
Rivière ring with sapphires and old-cut diamonds.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Rivière ring with natural sapphires and old-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Romantic Victorian Old European Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Victorian Old European Cut, graduated diamond Riviere necklace.
Diamond
Modern 15 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Rivière Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stunning diamond necklace contains over 15 carats (15.88 to be exact) of old European cut diamonds that are each bezel set and separated by a small platinum link.
Diamond, Platinum
17 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Victorian Style Riviere' Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Adorned with over 17 carats of chunky, old mine cut diamonds with large facets that shimmer even in candlelight.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Platinum diamond Riviera necklace with graduated stones, 20cttw
Platinum
108 OEC d20cttw
H-I-J/Vs1-Si1
16 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Victorian Style Riviere' Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Adorned with over 16 carats of chunky, old mine cut diamonds with large facets that shimmer even in candlelight.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
16 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Victorian Style Riviere' Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Adorned with over 16 carats of chunky, old mine cut diamonds with large facets that shimmer even in candlelight.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Riviere, Single Strand Old European Cut Diamond Necklace/Tiara
Located in London, GB
Victorian Riviere, Single Strand Old European Cut Diamond Necklace Composed of fifty-eight graduated old european cut diamonds, the three central diamonds weighing 1.61, 1.41 and 1.2...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Riviere Necklace 1920s 25 Carat Old European Cut
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous classy and timeless diamond riviere necklace created in the 1920s. Features sixty one Old European cut diamond set in platinum.
White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 29.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco 29.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Rivière Necklace.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An antique old mine-cut diamond rivière bracelet in sterling silver and 14k gold.
14k Gold
An Extraordinary Antique Colombian Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary antique pendant of prestigious provenance (refer to certificate in pictures), manufactured in the first half of the 19th century, presenting a unique Colombian emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Custom Order: Important Old Mine Cut Diamond Rivière Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A custom made old mine cut diamond rivière platinum necklace, that is not eligible for return. 1.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 13.2 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A spectacular rivière necklace set with over 13 carats of chunky old mine cut diamonds.
White Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Old European Cut 22 Carat Diamond Rivière Necklace with 3.20 Carat Center
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Features a wonderful 3.20 carat center old European cut with graduating diamonds set in a hybrid basket bezel style platinum mountings. 65 Stones weighing ~22 carats with center ston...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Sunset Rainbow Sellier Birkin 35 Rare Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare, limited edition Hermes 35 Birkin Sellier bag featured in Sunset Rainbow. This exquisite bag is a collectors treasures and very rare to market in new, never...
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch in Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique natural pearl and 3.10 carat diamond, 15k yellow gold and platinum set brooch; part of our antique pearl jewelry collections. This stunning, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$32,473
H 10.04 in W 13.78 in D 5.12 in
Hermès 2011 SO Black Box Calf Leather Kelly 35cm Retourne Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather SO Black Kelly 35cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1453 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 35cm Type: Top Handle Serial Number: [O] Age: 2011 Accompanie...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
$79,200
H 8 in W 14 in D 5.1 in
Hermès Birkin 25 Noir Black Lizard Lisse Exotic with Palladium Hardware K
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
The Hermès Birkin 25 in Noir Black Exotic Lizard is a rare expression of timeless luxury and impeccable craftsmanship. Crafted from exquisite exotic lizard skin, this iconic handbag...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Trailer Trash Mini Dress Spring Summer 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano for Christian Dior Spring Summer 2001 TRAILER TRASH collection . Asymmetrical short evening dress of black taffeta, cotton twill and tulle with functioning metal zipp...
F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Mesh Hand Painted Rose Bustier Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black mesh Dolce & Gabbana gown. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this two-piece gown consists of an interior skirt and exterior mesh dress. Constructe...
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...
Hermès Kelly 20 Mini Noir/Black Alligator Matte Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly 20 mini in black and matte alligator leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the original receipt and cites. Stamp Y (2020)
Alexander McQueen New Pink Skirt Suit S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pink wool skirt suit by Alexander McQueen' from his 1999 Spring/Summer Collection. It is comprised of a blazer style jacket with peaked lapels, front welt flap pockets, pr...
Cotton striped bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton striped bustier dress with branded snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side with bow and eyelet. Smocks on the side of the bust. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Alexander McQueen New Dress with Front Slits AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red fine wool dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a bateau neckline, and 2 slits along each front leg. The back has a zipper closing and it is...
$7,920
H 9 in W 15.5 in L 6 in
Chanel Timeless Classic Flap Quilted Distressed Large Blck Calfskin Leather Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Large size Chanel distressed calfskin black tote with interwoven braided straps and flap 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Silver hardware Chanel name stamp Double strap Interior graffiti lin...
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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.