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14 Karat Gold Diamond Pocket Victorian Watch Chain Fob Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
14K Gold Victorian Watch Chain. Chain Measuring 6 in. long with a Gold Knot that has a center rose
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1964 Finish Ring natural 8ct Emerald solid 14K Gold ØUS 6.25 / 3.7 gr
Located in SE
ct. The color is Green with a slight tint of Blue. Band and crown in solid 14 ct Yellow Gold with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "RED SCARLETT" Ruby Garnet Diamond Gold Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
of New and Vintage Charms. Red Scarlett consists of 14k gold, 925 sterling silver, 14k gold plating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, Druzy, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Diamond Gold PeridotQuartz Azaelia Jardin Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Azaelia Jardin consists of 14k gold, 925 sterling silver, 14k gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Diamond Emerald Gold Topaz "Selva Magico III" Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, rose cut diamond, ebony wood, gold, pearl, emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal, topaz, peridot
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plat...

Vacheron Constantin LeCoultre Mystery Dial Diamond White Gold Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14k white gold mystery dial watch by Vacheron Constantin and LeCoultre. Case measures 34mm
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Artemis ii Emerald Gold Diamond Malachite Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Fabulous Artemis II consists of 14k gold, 14k gold plate, Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Malachite, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling...

Clarissa Bronfman "Crescendo V" Sapphire Ruby Gold Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, silver, tourmaline, pave diamonds, 14k solid gold, 18k solid gold, mother of pearl, pearl, enamel, bone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold P...

Clarissa Bronfman Selva Magica II Diamond Gold Emerald Amber Symbol Tree Neckla
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, gold, pearl, emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal, topaz, peridot, ruby, enamel, sterling silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Pla...

Clarissa Bronfman Gold Diamond Ruby Scarlet Hills of Bliss Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, topaz, diamonds, resin, ebony, druzy crystal, agate, ruby, 14k solid gold, 925 sterling silver, enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Topaz, Druzy, Gold, 14...

Antique Earrings natural Pink Tourmaline solid 14K / 1.75gr
Located in SE
A pair of fine 1920s- 1930s vintage pendants on hooks in solid 14K Yellow Gold. Fragmented
Category

Vintage 1920s European Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Vintage Movado Art Deco Diamond Ladies Watch
By Movado
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Movado Art Deco Diamond Ladies Watch - Manual winding. 14K Yellow gold with diamond bezel
Category

20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Tiffany Co. retro ladies diamond cocktail watch, 1950s
By Tiffany Co for Movado
Located in Braintree, GB
adjustable • Weight: 19 g Metal: 14kt Yellow Gold (stamped 14K) Period/Era: 1950s Maker: Movement by
Category

Vintage 1950s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1940 s Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"
Located in Wailea, HI
elegance and timeless sophistication. ✨ Features & Details: Solid 14K gold case and bracelet – over one
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

20Th Vintage 11 Carat Unheated Sapphires Detachable Unsigned Certified Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
2303751, showcases the timeless elegance of 14K yellow gold and silver craftsmanship, ensuring both
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Malachite, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold

Classic Long 26 3/4" Diamond Convertible 7mm Akoya Cultured Pearl 14KWG Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 14K White Gold Vintage NECKLACE The pearl has long been referred to as the "Queen of Gems" and
Category

1990s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman "Carioca" Ruby Diamond Agate Ebony Citrine Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
charms. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Carioca includes Diamonds, Ruby, 14 karat gold, 925
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, S...

Clarissa Bronfman Epicure II 14kgold Diamond Sapphire Lapis Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, antique moroccan silver, enamel, honey, 14k gold, 14k gold plate, baltic amber, polki diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, 1...

Clarissa Bronfman Hypnotic Maze Opal Diamond Ruby Signature Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, tourmaline, diamonds, ebony, 14k solid gold, 18k solid gold, mother of pearl, pearl, enamel, bone, amber
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amazonite, Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Druzy, 14k Gold, 18k Gold,...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Crescendo IV" Opal Diamond 14kGold Ruby Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, tourmaline, diamonds, ebony, 14k solid gold, 18k solid gold, mother of pearl, pearl, enamel, bone, amber
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amber, Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Druzy, 14k Gol...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Amethyst Sapphire Gold Lavender Estrella Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Lavendar Estrella consists of 14k gold, 925 sterling silver, 14k gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate,...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Age Of Elegance" Garnet Pearl Ruby Gold Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Age Of Elegance consists of mother of garnet, pearl, enamel, diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Kyanite, Druzy, Gold, 1...

Tiffany Co. Very Fine Sapphire Vintage 18K Yellow GoldBracelet, circa 1955
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Aspen, CO
Finer than most others, this Tiffany & Company vintage flexible bracelet is hand crafted in 18K
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Hamilton Ladies Wrist Watch 1ct Mined Diamond Original 1937
By Hamilton
Located in Dearborn, MI
the Band to 7-7.5 inches Extension of Bracelet is 14K White Gold Original Hamilton Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Introspective II Signature Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Black Leather Cord with 14K Gold/or Silver Auto Lock Clasp (included) so charms cascade down - top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Antique Moroccan Casablanca Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
cascade down - top and bottom pendants can be removed so piece can also be worn as a bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, Ru...

1974 Soviet Union Russian Greek revival Pendant Quartz Cameo / 10.3 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Soviet made cast Greek revival Cameo depicting the head of a Woman set in solid 14K orange
Category

Vintage 1970s Russian Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, 14k Gold

Diamond-Set Bracelet
Located in London, GB
15.8 grams. A Diamond-set Bracelet in excellent condition. This glittering vintage bracelet comes
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1950 s 14k White Gold Diamond and Lab Created Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950's 14K White Gold Diamond and Lab Created Sapphire Bracelet - The bracelet contains 24
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Floral Bracelet Hidden Wrist Watch w Diamond Charm
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
circa 1940's heirloom bracelet watch. Rich in style, its gorgeous fourteen karat 14k yellow gold floral
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Arthur King Baroque Pearl and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Arthur King
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
14 karat yellow gold. The wide cuff features a series of lustrous cultured baroque pearls scattered
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare 14k Gold/diamond Vintage Ole Lyngaard Bracelet 1950 s
Located in London, GB
Rare 14k textured yellow & white gold bracelet with one brilliant cut diamond designed by Danish
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Modernist Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.00ctw European Diamond Open Filigree Bangle Bracelet, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
open filigree bangle bracelet in 14K yellow gold. Simple, sleek and super stylish, this vintage diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1940s Braided Gold and Tassel bracelet with Diamonds, Handmade Bracelet
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Vintage Gold and Diamond Bracelet, featuring 12 Early Brilliant cut Diamonds and hanging tassels
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in DALLAS, TX
Stunning vintage 14k yellow gold bracelet with 52 diamonds measuring 1.82 carat total weight. This
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14kt Gold Diamonds, Sapphires Pearls Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
design with diamonds and sapphires with a pearl center … in a 14kt white gold setting. This bracelet
Category

Late 20th Century More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold and Diamond Vintage Leaf Motif Bracelet
Located in Pikesville, MD
Circa 1960's, this unique textured 14 karat yellow gold and diamond bracelet features 20 round
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tutti Frutti 14 Kt Gold Bracelet With Rubies Sapphires Emeralds Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Impressive 14kt yellow gold Tutti Frutti bracelet (quality mark: scallop) set with rubies
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

1.04 carats fine diamonds in geometric shaped links/ 14k White Gold Bracelet
Located in Birmingham, MI
diamonds weighing 1.04 carats. The attractive link layout is fabricated in 14k white gold. At just over 1/2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Longines Solid 14K Gold and Diamond Watch- Unisex
By Longines
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Elegant watch in excellent vintage condition. Solid 14k gold case and flexible mesh bracelet with
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k white gold european design classic 2.48 ct diamond bracelet
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
Captivating 14K White Gold European-Inspired Diamond Bracelet Elevate your style with this
Category

2010s Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Wide Gold Beads Diamond Bracelet in Yellow and White Gold
Located in Westmount, CA
Vintage wide multi rows gold beads and diamond bracelet with yellow gold stations in 18 karat and
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Brilliant Cut Diamond Filigree 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This vintage filigree bracelet features three 2.5mm brilliant cut Diamonds with a total of
Category

20th Century More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k white gold european deco filigree classic .71 ct diamond bracelet
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
captivating 14K white gold diamond bracelet that exudes timeless elegance and vintage-inspired charm. Crafted
Category

2010s Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Sapphire Diamond Gold Clasped Bracelet
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage 14k yellow gold belt bracelet with diamond and sapphire decorated clasp. Circa 1960's. Belt
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamilton 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Vintage Bracelet Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Hamilton 14 karat yellow gold and diamond vintage bracelet watch. The polished and flexible mesh
Category

20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1960s Diamond Gold Floral Link Bracelet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We are presenting a beautiful vintage cocktail bracelet. The 14K white golden bracelet is
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Romantic Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

New 0.40ctw Diamond Cluster Circle Milgrain Bolo Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
Bolo Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds Carat Weight: Approx. 0.40ctw Bracelet Width: Approx. 5.5 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Honeycomb Diamond Stackable Ring
Located in New York, NY
bracelet. Ring US Size Options: US Size: 6 US Size: 7 US Size: 8 US Size: 9 14K White Gold Diamond Band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Rose Gold Honeycomb Diamond Stackable Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. Also available in 14K Yellow Gold and 14K White Gold. This ring also has a matching bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Marquise Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Metairie, LA
estate. Circa 1950. This gorgeous bangle-style bracelet has been crafted in solid 14k yellow gold. It
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Honeycomb Diamond Stackable Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamond bracelet available in 14K Yellow Gold and 14K White Gold. Ring US Size Options: US Size: 6, 7, 8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Vintage Pearl Diamond Onyx Bracelet Yellow Gold Leaf Motif 0.08 Carat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is an heirloom quality Multi-Strand Pearl and Black Onyx Bracelet. Designed with a 2 inch oval
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Solid 14 Karat White Gold Closed Bracelet With 65 (0, 33 Carat Total) Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
This timeless 14 karat solid white gold bracelet has been designed by Lilian von Trapp in a minimal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

#1 Diamond Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
vintage watch chain. Tell someone that their number 1 in a forever way. 9ct yellow gold and 14 kt white
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

Diamond Bracelet with Three Oval Amethyst Set in 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vintage Amethyst and Diamond bracelet will comfortably fit on a seven-inch wrist. Circa 1950.
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14-Karat Gold Snake Bracelet with Emerald Eyes and Diamonds
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful vintage 14-karat yellow gold diamond and emerald snake bracelet. This bracelet displays
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

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14k Gold Vintage Bracelet With Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of 14k gold vintage bracelet with diamonds available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 14k gold and yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 788 vintage examples as well as 156 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of 14k gold vintage bracelet with diamonds made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with retro — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Clarissa Bronfman, Hamilton and Cartier are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 580 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut 14k gold vintage bracelet with diamonds and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping our range of 14k gold vintage bracelet with diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 14k Gold Vintage Bracelet With Diamonds?

Prices for 14k gold vintage bracelet with diamonds start at $150 and top out at $75,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $3,968.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.