Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Drop Necklace, 14kt White Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond 3 Stone Journey Pendant Drop Necklace, 14kt White Gold, having a very fine herringbone box chain.
White Gold
Estate 14k White Gold 3 Stone Natural Yellow Diamond Necklace Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
Estate 14k white gold very interesting necklace with 3 natural yellow diamonds. Well matched and in excellent condition. Slightly darker yellow at the top. Slightly lighter yellow at...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Multicolor Sapphire Pink Stones Beaded Necklace Rose Gold Silver Closure
Located in Napoli, Campania
3 rows pink stones (179.50 g) beaded necklace embellished with an amazing butterfly shape closurein 9K rose gold and silver studded with 0.85 ct of little diamonds and 14.72 ct of m...
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Round Diamond Three-Stone 0.70 Carat Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Round Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace Metal: 18kt White Gold Length: Chain 17.5 Inches Pendant: 0.50 ( 1/2 ) Inches TCW: 0.70 tcw Main Diamond: 3 Round Brilliant Diamonds 0...
Diamond, White Gold
Sterling Silver 1/5 Cttw White and Blue Diamond 6 Stone Bar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The sleek bar design is beautifully adorned with a constellation of six natural diamonds, where the allure of treated blue diamonds intertwines with the classic sparkle of white diam...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Sixteen‑Stone Lynn Schlumberger Bird’s‑Nest Four‑Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Lynn Schlumberger Bird’s‑Nest four‑diamond necklace from the Sixteen‑Stone Collection.
Roman Malakov 0.60 Carat Mixed-Cut Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A cute pendant necklace, showcasing mixed-cut diamonds weighing 0.60 carat total with F color and SI clarity. Finely made with 14K white gold. Suspended on an 18K white gold chain, 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.80 Carat Diamond Disc Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 85 Stones
Located in New York, NY
1.80 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 85 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way 1.80CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Prong style 18 inches in length ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
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Lave stone Bead Necklace in Sterling Silver Pave Diamond Carabiner n charms
Located in Delhi, DL
The necklace is adorned with an exquisite sterling silver carabiner lock, embellished with pave diamonds and rose gold plating.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
14K White Gold 2.00 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and trendy, this elegant 14k white gold pendant has a floral design set with 7 round-cut, natural diamonds in a prong setting. The diamonds shine and has an impressive total car...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diana M 18K White Gold 23.25 Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, 93 Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold, 16" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace containing 23.25 cts tw of brilliant cut round diamonds (93 stones)
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterling Silver 3-Stone Citrine and Diamond Accent Spiral Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning .925 sterling silver pendant necklace is the perfect way to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any outfit. Featuring three natural heart-shaped yellow citrin...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Diana M 18K White Gold Classic 41.00Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, 72 Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diana M 18K White Gold Classic 41.00Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, Four Prong Set, 72 Stones, 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M 18K White Gold 27.80 Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, 93 Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold 27.80 Ct Diamond Classic Tennis Necklace, 93 Stones, Set in Four Prong Setting, 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.54 Carats Total Round Diamond Five-Stone Constellation Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple pendant necklace, showcasing five graduating round cut diamonds weighing 1.54 carats total, set in a constellation style drop. Finely made with 14K white gold. Suspended on ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Add a floral touch to your everyday jewelry wear with this stunning 2 cttw diamond cluster pendant. This necklace boasts 7 natural, round-cut diamonds in a flower motif that is creat...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 9.29 Carats Total Mixed-Cut Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pendant necklace, showcasing three GIA certified stones suspended on a yellow gold chain: a vibrant 5.06 carats pear shape diamond with Fancy Deep Orange-Brown color and ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Carved Emerald and Opal Beads 18K Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A beautiful, art-deco looking 27.87 carat carved Zambian Emerald adorned with 2.35 carats White Diamonds a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond 0.90 Carat Three-Stone Graduating Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Round Diamond Graduating Three-Stone Pendant Necklace Metal: 18kt White Gold Length: Chain 17.5 Inches Pendant: 0.50 ( 1/2 ) Inches TCW: 0.90 tcw Main Diamond: 3 Round Brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace in 18K White Gold Multicolored Sapphires, Fine Stones and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in 18 kt white gold and fine stones and diamonds.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...
7.05 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Journey Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful drop necklace, showcasing three graduating round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 7.05 carats total, each set on a four prong setting. Finely made with a polished 18K yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Graduated Five Stone Diamond Halo Necklace in 14K White Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exuding a dose of extravagance with celestial brilliance, this diamond five stone necklace is designed in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
3.12 Ct Natural Multi Stones & 0.55 Ct Diamonds 14k Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:30 mm * 13 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:3.12 CT Multi Sapphires and 0.55 CT G SI1 Diamonds Hallmarks: 14K Total Weigh...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone
3.00 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold 30 Stones
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 3.00CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Drop Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant comes with 1MM 14k solid white gold box chain necklace with spring ring closure. _______________________________________ Pendant Details: - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight:...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Necklace 16" - 14k Rd .20ctw Past Present Future
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: I1 Total Carats: .20ctw Style: Three-Stone Chain Styl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 1/4 Cttw Diamond 7 Stone Floral Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple rolo chain serves as the perfect backdrop to display this classic diamond cluster pendant. Made in 14k white gold, this design features 1/4ct TDW of round cut diamonds. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Choker Necklace in 18 Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds And Colored Stones
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: central gem motif 52x12mm Weight: approximately 27g Barcode: ASR00011 A striking 18 karat yellow gold chocker necklace featuring a sleek wire...
Diamond, Chrysophrase, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gol...
14K Yellow Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Floral Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A timeless design with an elegant twist, this 14k yellow gold pendant features a floral design that will complement any outfit in your closet. Seven natural round-cut diamonds sparkl...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold and Stainless Steel Cable 7-Stone Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Materials: 14k white gold and stainless steel Total Diamond Weight: 3.52 carats Number of Diamonds: 7 stones Diamond Cut: Round brilliant Necklace Style: Cable choker Total Weight: 6...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
White Gold GIA 1.27ctw Oval Brazil Alexandrite Diamond 3 Stone Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Blue Green Changing to Purple Color - 1.19ctw (exact ) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
13.77 Carat Boulder Opal Multi-Colored Stones Diamond 18K Gold Pendant-Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking pendant necklace showcasing a brilliant-cut opal as its centerpiece.
Citrine, Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Garnet Multri-Strand Necklace, Diamonds, Emeralds, Painted Hard Stone
Located in Napoli, Campania
This one-of-a-kind necklace is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths Diamonds 0.33 ct Emeralds 1.15 ct Garnet 454 ct Hard stones 3.9 g Total weight 112.70 g RF * geci Diamete...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Golf Club Tiger Eye Stone & White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "33 White Diamonds 0.12 CT 1 Tiger Eye Stone 1.01 CT 18KY 4.06 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Jewelry Ou...
White Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barzizza 18kt WG/YG Diamond 5.13ct & Gem Stones 13.73 Ct Lariat Necklace
By Barzizza & C SRL
Located in New York, NY
White gold bezel set round brilliant diamonds create the lariat necklace. Each bezel alternates with a yellow gold bar.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Drop Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant comes with 1MM 14k solid white gold box chain necklace with spring ring closure. _______________________________________ Pendant Details: - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight:...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
"Sticks & Stones" 36 Inch Necklace of Rough Diamonds, Stick Pearls & 14K Clasp
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Names will never hurt you and neither will this necklace. Fifty-five carats of rough black diamonds are interspersed with freshwater pearls to create a fun and versatile 36" long ne...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Necklace 18" - 10k Rd .25ctw Past Present Future
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: I1 - I2 Total Carats: .25ctw Style: Three-Stone, Jou...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Asch Grosbardt 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Inlaid Stones
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in New York, NY
Available at Cellini Jewelers NYC, This beautiful Asch Grosbardt 18 karat yellow gold necklace is designed with a yellow gold bombe mesh chain. The centerpiece is inlaid in a geometr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 2.0 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Flower Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and trendy, this elegant 14k white gold pendant has a floral design set with 7 round-cut, natural diamonds in a prong setting. The diamonds shine and has an impressive total car...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
58.05 Carat Round Brilliant G VS1 Diamond 18K White Gold Gems Stone Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 58.05 Carat Round Brilliant G VS1 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Gems Stone Necklace Style: Gems Stone Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 58.05 Carat Diamond Number o...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Blue Stone and Simulated Diamond Pendant Necklace #23526
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Blue Stone and Simulated Diamond Pendant Necklace- Delicate and timeless, this 18K yellow gold necklace features a vibrant oval blue gemstone framed by a halo of 12 ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18K Gold Blue Faceted Tube Stones w/ Diamond Chain Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (34) Faceted Tube Shape w/ Drilled Center Blue Stones - Transparent Cornflower Blue Color - 8.3x4.2mm each (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold Bezel Set Princess Diamond 3 Stone Kite Shape Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the understated elegance of this 10K white gold necklace, rhodium-plated to enhance its radiant luster. The beautifully crafted 18-inch rolo chain showcases metic...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold G SI 9 Stones
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14K Yellow Gold G SI 9 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.50CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold 2...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold G SI 9 Stones
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14K Rose Gold G SI 9 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.50CT G-H SI 14K Rose Gold 2.7 g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold G SI 9 Stones
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 9 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.50CT G-H SI 14K White Gold 2.7...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Onyx, White Stones, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing multi-strands necklace mounted with two strands of onyx ( 8 mm) and a butterfly clasp in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure studded with diamonds for all the body and rubies...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
TJD 0.66 Carat Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Seven Stone Cluster Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Capture her attention with the sparkling good looks of this fabulous seven stone diamond frame. The pendant is crafted from 18-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, an...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 CTW White Diamond Three Stone Cluster Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Elegant and timeless, this 14K white gold necklace features a delicate 16-inch chain paired with a stunning diamond cluster pendant. The pendant is crafted with brilliant round diamo...
Diamond, White Gold
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3.57 CTW Heart Cut Pink Stone Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.57 CTW Heart Cut Pink Stone Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold features a delicate chain adorned with diamonds and heart pink gemstone drops.
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
3.57 CTW Heart Cut Pink Stone Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
3.57 CTW Heart Cut Pink Stone Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold features a delicate chain adorned with diamonds and heart pink gemstone drops.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diana M 18K White Gold 10.25Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, Four Prong, 132 Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diana M 18K White Gold Classic 10.25Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, 4 Prong, 132 Stones, 16.5"
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diana M 18K White Gold Graduated 28.15 Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace, 93 Stones
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diana M 18K White Gold Graduated 28.15 Ct Round Diamond Tennis Necklace, 93 Stones, 16 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Three-Stone Pendant Necklace 21" -14k Round .16ctw Circle Duo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - SI2 Total Carats: .16ctw Style: Three-Stone Cha...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 0.67 Carat Total Round Brilliant Diamond Three-Stone Drop Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple modern drop pendant necklace, showcasing three dazzling round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.67 carat total with G color and VS-SI clarity, each set on a classic four pro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 1/4 Carat Diamond 7 Stone Floral Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple rolo chain serves as the perfect backdrop to display this classic diamond cluster pendant. Made in 14k white gold, this design features 1/4ct TDW of round cut diamonds. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 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.
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.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.