$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
White South Sea Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Statement Chunky Bracelet
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
White, blueish gradience 4.50 cts Diamonds 7.2 inches length
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Rose Akoya Pearl Diamond 18K Rose Gold Chain Bracelet
By Piaget
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A poetic and exquisitely romantic chain bracelet from the celebrated Piaget Rose collection. Meticulously sculpted in warm 18-karat rose gold, this delicate piece beautifully capture...
Modern Gold David Yurman Solari Pearl & Diamond Flex Bangle 3 Bracelet Set
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At each end are two round white pearls measuring approximately 8.5 mm, two round gold tips about 9.5 mm, and a centerpiece featuring two 9.5 mm black Tahitian pearls accented with 16...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
White Mother of Pearl & Diamond Ruby Turtle Animal Rose Gold Leather Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: Wrist Size: 7" 22 White Diamonds 0.08 CT 44 Fancy Diamonds 0.16 CT 8 Ruby 0.29 CT 21 White Shell 1.22 CT 18KT 7.11 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fan...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 K yellow Gold 3 row Pistachio green Tahitinan Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Bold, refined, and unmistakably elegant—this striking 3 row Tahitian cultured Pearl Pistachio green Diamond Bracelt is a statement of fine craftsmanship.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel and Pearl Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
You'll love wearing this bold and beautiful David Webb hinged cuff bracelet crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, ends are punctuated with button cultured pearls and diamonds. Wor...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$21,600Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 68.39 carats Multi Sapphires, Pearls & Diamonds Link Bracelet
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Freshwater Pearls is 12.54 carats. The Diamonds weight is 1.63 carats.
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
South Sea Pearl Diamond Onyx Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cuff bracelet features eight large pearls separated by bridges set with diamonds and decorated with black onyx, lending the jewel a distinctive art dé...
White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$23,400Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $58, 500 Important 18KT Fancy South Sea AAA Large Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT White Gold Pearl and Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of Beautiful Magnificent High Luster Large 14 AA...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 26-Pearl & Diamond Wave Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A striking Mid-Century diamond and pearl bangle crafted in solid 18k yellow gold, designed with sculptural interlocking wave motifs that cradle a total of 26 lustrous cultured pearls...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date in 18KYellow Gold Black Mather of Pearl Diamond
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand Rolex Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold Model: President Day Date Diamond: 1.85ctw Clarity: VS1 Color: F Movement: Automatic Case Di...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Mother of Pearl Diamond Bezel 18K Gold Silver Vintage 1990s Watch
By David Yurman
Located in Miami, FL
David Yurman-signed quartz watch featuring an 18K yellow gold cushion-shaped case with a diamond bezel, mother of pearl dial with Roman numeral hour markers and sapphire crown, set i...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Faceted White Mother of Pearl Diamonds Halo Statement 14K R Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This bracelet showcases opalescent white mother of pearls set in 14k rose gold. Each stone is uniquely shaped, creating a mosaic of iridescent hues.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Kabana Spiny Oyster Mother Of Pearl Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Kabana
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Hallmark: Kabana 14k USA Diamond: Approx 0.35ct Gemstone: spiny oyster and mother of pearl Material: 14k yellow gold Measurement: 7.5" long x 16mm wide x 4mm high Weight: 39.5 g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet 5 Motifs Mother Of Pearl & Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs, 18K rose gold, gray mother-of-pearl, round diamonds; diamond quality DEF, IF to VVS.
Diamond
Double Pearl Diamond 14K (or 18K upon request) Yellow Gold Open Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless elegance meets modern sophistication in this Double Pearl and Diamond Open Bangle Bracelet, beautifully crafted in 14K Yellow Gold (available in 18K upon request).
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.15ct Diamond Victorian Pearl Double Strand Bracelet Platinum
Located in London, GB
7mm Victorian Cultured Pearl Diamonds Double Row Bracelet Antique In Platinum.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Diamonds Multi-Color Tormalines Light Pink-Violet Pearls Rose Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Link bracelet in 14K rose gold mounted with multi-color tourmalines and diamonds flowers and light pink and light violet pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Unique Rare Paraiba Tourmalines Diamonds Akoya Pearls Tanzanites Gold Bracelet
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Unique Rare Paraiba Tourmalines Diamonds Akoya Pearls Tanzanites Gold Bracelet Extremely Rare & Beautiful Gemstones & Bracelet Design (Please contact us for more information, photos...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Diamonds Emeralds Sapphires Stones Carnelian Little Pearls Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing Bangles Bracelet in 14K white and rose gold structure mounted with white diamonds, multi-color sapphires ( green, orange, red, yellow), emeralds, multi-color stones and carn...
Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
Victorian 0.27ct Diamond and Pearl Mourning Bangle, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Pearl & Diamond Stone Shape: Rose Carat Weight: 0.27ct Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Effy Pearl and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Station Bracelet
By Effy
Located in Towson, MD
Effy 14 karat yellow gold pearl and diamond station bracelet featuring three oval pearls set along a delicate cable chain, each measuring approximately 6.5 millimeters, alternating w...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,930Sale Price|70% Off
NWT $93, 100 Gorgeous 18KT Gold Huge Black Tahitian Pearl Fancy Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT Gold Fancy Black Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet is comprised of 7 Magnificent 14MM High Luster Lar...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 5.7 Cttw Natural Baroque Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
It baroque pearls on the ends are wrapped so beautifully by diamond tires.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 14k Yellow and White Gold Pearl and Precious Stone Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow and white gold bracelet showcases a stunning combination of pearls, rubies, sapphires, and diamonds. The vibrant gemstones are elegantly set between lustrous ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Akoya Pearl Double Strand Diamond Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Where light and motion intertwine — this double strand bracelet is a refined union of Akoya pearls and diamond accents. Each 7.5–8 mm pearl glows with pristine white luster, enhanced...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Wide Multi-Strand Cultured Pearl and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The luminous pearls provide a striking contrast to the sparkle of diamonds, creating a harmonious balance of texture and shine.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
【Crown Radiance】18K Gold Diamond Aurora Akoya Pearl Triple-Strand Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions Length Approx. 17.5 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 6-7 mm Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Color:...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Art Deco Diamond Akoya Pearl Triple-Strand Evening Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions Length Approx. 17.5 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 5-6 mm Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Color:...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Ribbon Bow Akoya Pearl Double-Strand Diamond Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material Akoya Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions Length Approx. 17.5 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 4-6.5 mm Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Colo...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Celestial Line South Sea Pearl Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Dimensions 17cm Adjustable Pearl Shaped: Round Size: ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Diamond AAAA Golden South Sea Pearl Open Cuff Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold and Diamond Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAAA Na...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Modern South Sea Pearl Baguette Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAAA N...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】South Sea Pearl Bracelet with Jadeite, Diamond and Ruby Clasp
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, Natural Jade, Diamond, Ruby, and 14K White Gold Dimensions 19 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: V...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Jade, Ruby, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Bangle
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold South Sea pearl 11-12 mm 32 Diamonds 0.12 Cts.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Imperial Leaf 10–13mm South Sea Pearl & 4.85ct Diamond Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material White South Sea Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Natural Diamond Dimensions Length 17.5 cm Pearl Shaped: Rou...
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Butterfly Whim South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Diamond Open Bangle
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12mm Quality: A...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond and Akoya Pearl Wide Multi Strand Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Natural Diamonds, Cultured Akoya Pearls Diamond Shape: Single Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.14 CTW Diamond Color: J–K Diamond Clarity: SI2–I...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Mother of Pearl and Diamond Cable Cuff Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Type: Cable Cuff Bracelet Designer: David Yurman Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamond, Mother of Pearl Diamond Shape: Round brilliant cut Diamond Quantity: 74 Diamond Total...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx, Mother of Pearl and Diamond Chunky Bangle Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White & Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, Onyx, Mother of pearl Diamond Count: 9 Diamond Cut: round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.28 CTW Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Mea...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bezel Set Diamond and Akoya Pearl Milgrain Station Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your fine jewelry collection with this stunning Akoya pearl and diamond station bracelet, exquisitely crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Black Diamond Bangle Bracelet 1 Carat 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Rhodium bypass bangle bracelet featuring two Tahitian pearls measuring 13-14 mm with black Diamonds weighing 1.00 carat.
Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black and White Diamond Tahitian Pearl Bangle 0.14 Carats 18K White Gold 11-12MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Rhodium bangle bracelet featuring 37 black diamonds weighing 0.14 Carats and one Tahitian Cultured Pearl measuring 11-12 mm.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold,...
$7,984Sale Price / item|26% Off
【Jādora】Forest Whisper Aurora Akoya Pearl Emerald Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite bracelet is a harmonious fusion of nature’s finest elements, featuring lustrous Japanese Baby Akoya pearls paired with 2.8 carats of vivid emeralds, all set in luxurio...
Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
$1,199Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat White Gold Diamond South Sea Pearl Open Bangle 0.13 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat White Gold open bracelet cuff featuring 37 round brilliants weighing 0.13 Carats and one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 MM. Comes in Yellow Gold and can customize Pearl Color
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Three Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 0.10 Carats 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold open bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 mm and three diamonds weighing 0.10 Carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Three Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 0.10 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold open bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 mm and three diamonds weighing 0.10 Carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,980 / item
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Weave South Sea Pearl Bracelet
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: Very Thick Color: Golden Luster: Ve...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Black and White Diamond South Sea Pearl Bangle 0.12 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold 16 Black diamonds 0.06 cts. 16 White diamonds 0.06 cts. South Sea Pearl 11mm
White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,240Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond South Sea Pearl Open Bangle 0.13 Carats 11-12 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold open bracelet cuff featuring 37 round brilliants weighing 0.13 Carats and one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 MM. Comes in White Gold and can customize Pearl Color
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco French Multi-Gem 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Wheel Barrow Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional white gold wheel barrow with a spinning front wheel Featuring a cluster of various gemstones prong bezel, and mounted inside Comprised of an old European cu...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold bangle bracelet featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 9.50-10 mm each and 2 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
South Sea Tahitian Pearl White Gold Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold South Sea Pearl and Tahitian: 11-12 mm 4g. Bangle
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Gold Bypass Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold bypass bangle featuring one white South Sea & one golden South Sea Pearl measuring 13-14mm. Gold: 9 Grams Different Styles Available Pictures Below
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White and Golden South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold bangle featuring one white South Sea & one golden South Sea Pearl measuring 13-14 mm. Pearls can be changed to Tahitian, Pink upon request. Price subjected to change....
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The pearls and diamonds are securely set, enhancing the bracelet's elegance and ensuring durability.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond Pendant Pearl Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pearl bracelet features exquisite diamond and sapphire accents, showcasing a perfect combination of sophistication and luxury.
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire
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.