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1950 s Tiffany Co. Ladies Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1950's TIFFANY & CO. Ladies Vintage 14K White Gold & Diamond Watch - Gorgeous Original Condition All
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

14 K White Gold Longines Women s Watch
By Longines
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant Longines women's watch, crafted in 14K white gold, dates back to circa 1955. The
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Retro diamond ruby 14k white gold watch bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
throughout the design. Crafted in substantial 14k white gold, the bracelet captures the architectural
Category

20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Seiko 14k White Gold Diamond Sapphire Ladies Watch
By Seiko
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Seiko 14k white gold watch and bracelet, mechanical movement set with 8 diamonds full cut
Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold, Diamond Platinum Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Palm Desert, CA
sentiment and luxurious materials. Featuring a 14K white gold band and a back face crafted with IRD 10
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

14K White Gold Men s Vintage Longines Diamond Dial Watch
By Longines
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's vintage Longines wristwatch with 14k white gold case and diamond dial. The inside of the case
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Deaville Retro 14K White Gold With Ruby Diamonds Ladies Watch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite watch is a perfect blend of luxury and sophistication, crafted from 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exquisite Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Media, PA
elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted in luxurious 14K white gold, the watch features an intricate design
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elgin Mid-Century Modern 14k White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Elgin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern Elgin lady's watch. In 14 karat white gold. Prong-set with diamonds in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lady s 14k White Gold Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
. This vintage 14K White gold watch and 14K white gold link-style bracelet has 2 round bezel settings, 8
Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Ornate Vintage Hamilton Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
Created by Hamilton, this vintage watch gives off a luxurious feel. The 14K white gold link style
Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Longines 14K White Gold Diamond Dial Hand Wind Men s Watch
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond Material: 14k White Gold Size: 7" (Stretch Band) Weight: 47.8 Grams Condition: Good vintage
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Madison 21 Ruby 14k White Gold Ladies Watch
Located in Montreal, QC
14kt white gold and 22 diamond single cut of .02ct each ladies Madison mechanical watch. Will fit
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elgin 14k White Gold Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ladies Manual Wind Watch
By Elgin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: manual Function: hours, minutes Case: round 10mm 14k white gold diamond case Dial
Category

20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Bulova Dior 14k White Gold Diamond Bezel Hand Wind Men s Watch
By Bulova
Located in New York, NY
. The watch features a solid 14k white gold case accented by a diamond bezel, framing the distinctive
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco J. Schulz Platinum Diamond Swiss Watch With 14K White Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
, totaling 0.15 carats, adding a touch of sparkle. Crafted in 14k white gold, the watch showcases intricate
Category

20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Omega 14k White Gold Diamond Hand Wind Men s Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
: 32mm Movement: Hand Wind Stone: Diamond Material: 14k White Gold, Leather Strap Size: 7.5" Weight: 21.4
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Longines 14k White Gold 28mm 1960s Ladies Cocktail Diamond Hand Wind Watch RA654
By Longines
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant luxury, Ladies 14k solid white gold Longines diamond cocktail dress watch, c.1960s, in
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ladies 14k White Gold "Omega" Manual Cocktail Watch w/ .85pts Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Ladies 14k White Gold "Omega" Manual Cocktail Watch w/ .85pts Diamonds Specifications
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Fancy LeCoultre 14k White Gold Hidden Watch w/ Diamond Floral Leaf Link
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k White Gold Case Overall Height: 31.3mm (1.2") (measuring from both ends of the
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Longines 14k White Gold Diamond Dial Mechanical 17j Swiss Watch Cal. 23Z
By Longines
Located in Montclair, NJ
14k White Gold (crown is not gold) Gross Weight: 24.4 Grams (including case, movement, and strap) Case
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Baume Mercier Geneve 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Ladies Watch
By Baume Mercier
Located in Westport, CT
An original 14K yellow gold Diamond Baume & Mercier womens watch. Designed with a triple gold rope
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Hamilton 2 Carats Diamond Ladies Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 14K Gold Hamilton Diamond Wristwatch Circa 1950s A glamorous mid-century timepiece by
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 14K White Gold Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Ladies Hand Wind Watch
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Visible scratches on the dial. The watch shows signs of wear or scratches due to the age.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Art Deco 14K White Gold Hamilton 2.5ctw Diamond Watch 22.1g
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting a: Vintage Art Deco 14K White Gold Hamilton 2.5ctw Diamond Watch 6.4" 22.1g Natural
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Bernard Schipper 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Tank (Rectangle) Quartz Mens’ Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
) Case is perfectly proportioned, performed in solid 14K Yellow Gold accented with sparkling diamonds
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

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

Elegant Elgin 14k White Gold Wind-Up Wristwatch with Diamonds
Located in Bloomington, MN
This watch is crafted in 14k white gold and features diamond, with an Elgin wind up wristwatch
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Hamilton Diamond Watch. Vintage Ladies Hamilton Classic String Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
diamonds. 14k White Gold Kreiser Cable Band. Condition: Watch winds up and ticks. Needs daily winding
Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, White Gold

Antique Carlto Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet Dress Wrist Watch
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fine and feminine in 14 karat white gold, this women's antique dress watch by Carlto is exquisite
Category

Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Bulova 14k White Gold Diamond Accent Wind-Up Wristwatch
By Bulova
Located in Bloomington, MN
This elegant vintage Bulova wristwatch is crafted in 14k white gold and adorned with delicate
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1960 s Rolex Ladies Dress Watch, Silver Dial - 14K White Gold
By Rolex
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1960's ROLEX Ladies Dress Watch, Silver Dial - 14K White Gold Charming Vintage Style - Fully Rolex
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Jaeger LeCoultre Galaxy 37 Diamond Mystery Dial 14 Karat White Gold Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
JAEGER LECOULTRE GALAXY 37 DIAMOND MYSTERY DIAL 14K WHITE GOLD WATCH. Vintage watch in good
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ladies White Gold Omega 1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Manual Cocktail Vintage Watch
By Omega
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Ladies Collectable OMEGA 14k White Gold with approximately 1.25 carat of Natural Diamond
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Wristwatch by Concord
By Concord Watch
Located in Venice, CA
This is a stunning Art Deco platinum and diamond wristwatch by Concord. This watch’s bezel and lugs
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Steel

Lady Hamilton 14 Karat White Gold Cocktail Wrist Watch w Diamond Accents
By Hamilton
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Wrist Watch Model 761 in 14 karat white gold with diamonds accents. Delicate slim lines, the 17 x 14mm
Category

Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Le Courie 14kt White Gold, Diamond and Black and White Pearl Covered Watch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Le Courie 14k White Gold Covered Watch from the 1950s is a remarkable fusion of
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Circa 1891 Beautiful Antique Elgin Pocket Watch 14k Solid Gold Case w/White Dial
By Elgin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Solid Gold Case w/ Beautiful Colored Engraving on Both Sides Black Arabic Numerals Case Serial
Category

20th Century American Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14K 56 Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Swan Motif Full Hunter Ladies Pocket Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Exquisitely crafted in 14K Rose Gold, this delightful antique ladies’ pocket watch was originally
Category

Antique Early 1900s Swiss Russian Empire Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ladies White Gold Hamilton 2 Carat Natural F Color Diamond Manual Cocktail Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Hamilton Collectable Ladies 14k White Gold with approximately 2 Carats of Natural Diamond
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1930s Benrus 14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Skyscraper Wristwatch
By Benrus
Located in North Attleboro, MA
• Solid 14K white gold case • Stepped five-tier diamond-set shoulders, 10 diamonds total, original stones
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum and 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Watch
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco diamond watch with platinum casing and 14K White Gold band. Metal: Platinum
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Gubelin 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Deco Dial Snake Bracelet
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
. Encased in luxurious 14k gold, the watch features a silver-toned case that is beautifully framed by a
Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Hamilton Platinum Diamond Wrist Watch White Gold Mesh Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Case is Solid Platinum - Bracelet, clasp and safety chain are 14k White Gold Case Overall
Category

Antique 19th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Scarce Hamilton White Gold "Ventura" Electric Wrist Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Scarce and hard to find Hamilton Electric Ventura Wrist watch, 49 x 31 M.M. 2 piece 14k
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Diamond Watch by Glycine, circa 1940s
Located in Wailea, HI
Rose Gold Diamond Watch by Glycine Circa 1940's Elegance meets Swiss craftsmanship in this
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Longines Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch, 1955
By Longines
Located in Palm Desert, CA
pattern. Twenty-eight round diamonds adorn the dial. The watch has double white gold hours and double
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Baume Mercier 14Kt. Solid White Gold Bracelet Dress Watch with Diamond Accents
By Baume Mercier
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Width 23mm
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Gerber Ladies White Gold Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Palm Desert, CA
diamonds adorn the bezel, totaling 0.34 carats, adding subtle sparkle and sophistication. The 14K white
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton 14Kt White Gold Dress Watch with Original Diamond Bezel 1950 s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 14Kt. Solid White Gold / 34 Genuine Diamonds CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Tessco Ladies White Gold Diamond manual wind Wristwatch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamond accents around case Diamonds: 0.32 carats, G-H in color and VS in clarity Band: 14k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Solid 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Watch, circa 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 35mm X Width 20mm CIRCA / Date: 1940's MOVEMENT
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Bailey Banks Biddle 1910 Edwardian Enamel Watch In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
back in the 1910. Crafted in solid yellow gold of 14 karats and embellished with sun ray engine turned
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold,...

Elgin Solid 14Kt. White Gold Pocket Watch with Famous Jewelry Store Enamel Dial
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Octagon / Dress Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1921 DIMENSIONS / SIZE
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Wristwatch, platinum and white gold, with diamonds, Art Deco
Located in Berlin, DE
. Crafted from precious materials such as 14-karat white gold and 900 platinum, this watch radiates pure
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold

Benkin Ladies White Gold Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant Retro cocktail bracelet in white gold and diamonds with covered watch. Cover has a center
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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14k White Gold Diamond Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 14k white gold diamond watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and white gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 14k white gold diamond watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 14k white gold diamond watch from Hamilton, Rolex and Effy — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 14k white gold diamond watch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 922 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 14k white gold diamond watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 14k White Gold Diamond Watch?

Prices for a 14k white gold diamond watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $200 and can go as high as $250,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,799.

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.  

Questions About 14k White Gold Diamond Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    A 14-karat gold-filled watch is a watch made primarily out of base metals and then finished with a thin layer of gold. The term 14-karat refers to a gold alloy that is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% other metals. Compared to solid gold watches, gold-filled timepieces are typically more accessibly priced. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Rolex has made watches of 14k gold in the past. While 18k gold is now standard for most watches and jewelry, including Rolex watches, there are popular models of Rolex watches from its past line-ups that were made of 14k gold. Find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.