Graduated Old Mine Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Graduated Old Mine Diamond Riviere Necklace is a timeless piece, featuring an array of old mine-cut diamonds set in a graceful six-prong design.
Diamond, 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
Victorian 40.00 Carat Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly remarkable riviere necklace taken from the Victorian period to showcase a series of dazzling old cut diamonds. Each stone is meticulously set in a secure, silver...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Riviere Necklace, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond riviere necklace. Set with a graduated row of fourtey nine cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back rubover silver cut down settings with a combined approximate...
Diamond
Platinum One of a Kind Vintage Cut Diamond Riviere Lariat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Vintage platinum old European mine cut diamond necklace with detachable diamond drop. A lovely array of 57 graduated vintage milgrained bezel set diamonds w/ diamond pear dr...
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
Fancy Yellow Antique Cut GIA Cert Diamond Gold Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace featuring nine, fancy yellow, Old Mine cut diamonds (listed below) weighing app. 8.90ctw., and 45 Round Brilliant cut diamonds weighing app. 6.51ctw., e...
Diamond, Platinum
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. Each diamond graduates larger as it gets to the center of the necklace. Set in platinum....
Diamond, Platinum
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
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
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
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
Georgian 1830 Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 14 or 15 carat yellow gold Gergian necklace with 48 old mine cut diamonds (app. 26 carat in total, Si-piq, H-J) descending in size set in oxidized silver, one part can be removed ...
Diamond, 14k 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
Diamond Yellow Gold Riviere Necklace Victorian
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning riviere necklace featuring thirty seven old mine cut diamonds set in yellow gold.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
11 Carats Diamonds Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Platinum Riviere Necklace set with 11. 24 Carats of Old Mine, European and ingle cut Diamonds, Bezel settings with a Millegrain edge, the diamonds graduate in size from .0...
Diamond, Platinum
A Beautiful Antique Diamond Riviere Necklace Set in Silver and Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian rivière diamond necklace c.1880, set with fifty four old mine brilliant cut diamonds in silver cut down collets backed with gold, the graduated diamonds estimat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Riviere Necklace Silver Rose Gold French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning riviere necklace featuring twenty-four Old European and old mine cut diamonds set in silver and rose gold.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian Pear Shape Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace Necklace with 1 pear shape rose cut diamond approximately 3.07 cts, 1 rose cut approximately .080 cts & 40 old mined diamonds a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Inspired by the early 19th century riviere necklaces incorporating graduated old mine cut diamonds or gemstones, this antique French necklace exposes 20 graduated Persian turquoise o...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Amethyst and Diamond Convertible Necklace in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
The piece is firstly composed of a riviere style necklace made up of twenty marquise cut amethysts and collet set old mine cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Silver
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
Victorian Emerald, Diamond and Crystal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian emerald, diamond and crystal pendant, a lozenge shaped rock crystal, centrally applied with a square-cut emerald set between four old brilliant-cut diamonds, within an em...
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Antique Diamond Gold Silver Rivière Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning antique gold and silver diamond rivière necklace, of graduated design set with 47 old mine-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 45.00 carats, gross weight 28.3 g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver
Fine Diamond Platinum Flexible Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Flexible Platinum and Diamond Riviere Necklace with Crisscross Loop Design Approximately 6 Carats of Very Fine Quality Old Mine Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Turn-of-the-Century Diamond Riviere Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
Important diamond riviere necklace, designed as a graduated chain of bezel-set old European cut and old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 53.24 total carats, the largest of th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Stunning Victorian Diamond Silver Gold Riviere Necklace
Located in Calabasas, CA
This gorgeous Austrian (with hallmarks) necklace is backed in 18 karat yellow gold, topped in silver and contains 49 old mine-cut diamonds in crimped-collet mountings. Total diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Radiance in Motion: The Exquisite 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in Wailea, HI
Radiance in Motion: The Exquisite 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Step into an era of opulence with this breathtaking 1930's masterpiece, where timeless elegance meets unparall...
Sapphire, Platinum
$14,879
W 0.75 in L 11.82 in
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Diamond, Platinum
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Bridal Wedding Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI crochet knit maxi dress / gown Perfect for the resort season Sleeveless Off-white crochet-knit cotton Full length Simply slips on Dry clean Only Made in Italy S...
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
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
Antique marquise halo diamond ring in platinum
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Antique Platinum Diamond Ring Featuring a Marquise Cut Diamond of VS Clarity and G Color Weighing Approximately 0.85 Carats Accented by 25 Old European and Single Cut Diamond of VS C...
Diamond, Platinum
$375Sale Price|34% Off
Size: Refer to measurements
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-Garde Hooded Dress c 21st C
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-garde hooded dress The edgy boxy tunic style dress is designed with a subtle textured crinkled pattern that emulates reptile scales The unique ...
Paco Rabanne Paris Black Leather Shoulder Bag 1980s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in University City, MO
Paco Rabanne Paris Black leather shoulder bag c 1980s The classic saddle style shoulder bag is covered in supple black leather. Designed with twin leather shoulder straps The fron...
$1,417
Size: Recommended Size; UK 4-6
1999 Gianni Versace Couture Sparkly Pastel Pink Strapless Bustier Cocktail Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Sheffield, GB
A superbly crafted Gianni Versace Couture dress from 1999. Designed from a pastel pink linen with a silver metallic lamé textured finish, the dress has a hand stitched pleated ruffle...
Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is completely adorned in horizontal rows of e...
$1,132
Size: Recommended Size; UK 10
c.1999 Dolce & Gabbana Long Black Bustier Corseted full length Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Dolce & Gabbana Vintage fitted black Corset dress. Featuring skinny strap shoulders, squared collar line, boned corset details around the waistline, fitted silhouette and floor len...
$4,123Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Natural diamonds Drop Pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
This Vintage tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural rose cut diamonds and Pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- White ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Chanel 2002 Sac Timeless Classique Double Flap Beige Jersey Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Classique or Timeless medium-sized (25) bag in beige wool jersey, double flap, Turnlock or CC closure, matching beige leather interior with slip pockets, slip pocket on the ba...
Dolce & Gabbana Strapless Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning fine silk leopard print bustier dress from Dolce and Gabbana. Ruching emanating from the center front creates a flattering cinched waist, in contrast the back is unadorned...
Chanel Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Clutch 2023
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
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.
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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.