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7.01 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white gold Center Diamond Details: Approximately 7.01ct round brilliant diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pery Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby manual wind Wristwatch, circa 1950s
Located in Aspen, CO
Bright red natural rubies and white diamonds create a flower motif within reflecting gold. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Rolex White Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel Datejust Automatic Wristwatch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
custom 14k white gold diamond bezel, sapphire protective crystal, screw-down crown Band: stainless steel
Category

Vintage 1980s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tiffany Co Art Deco Ladies Platinum Diamond and Ruby Watch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
ribbon with 14k white gold snap closure. Pre-Owned with custom box.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Tiffany Co. Enameled 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Enameled 14K Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Brooch - Manual winding. 14K yellow gold
Category

20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches

1914 OMEGA Exceptional Vintage Ladies Platinum Diamond Watch - Omega Papers
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
removable, later period Italian made 14K white gold necklace that measures 17.75 inches has previously been
Category

Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Robbins Lady s Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Wristwatch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with diamonds and emeralds. The mesh bracelet is made of 14k (tested) white gold. There are three
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Rolex Datejust 16233 Steel 18K Gold Custom Bezel and Dial Automatic Men s Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
36mm Case Thickness 12mm Bezel Type Fixed Bezel Features 14K Yellow Gold; Custom 1.10cttw Diamonds
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Co. Platinum White Gold Automatic Wristwatch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Dallas, TX
Patek Philippe Co. Platinum 14K White Gold Rare Watch - Very rare and unusual
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe Tiffany Co. Pocket Watch with Important Baseball History
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
original. Attached to a 14k white gold and pearl chain with a 14k yellow gold pocket knife bearing the
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Jaeger-LeCoultre white gold Mystery Galaxy Manual Wristwatch, 1950s
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare Men's Jaeger-LeCoultre Mystery 14k Galaxy Watch - Manual winding. 14k white gold case (33mm
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Blancpain Lady s Platinum Diamond Bracelet Wristwatch
By Blancpain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
safety chain (made of 14k white gold).
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Designer Effy s 1.72 Carat Blue White Diamond Dangling Earrings 14 K Rose Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's 1.72 Carat Blue & White Diamond Dangling Earrings 14 K Rose Gold Small Huggies on
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

orologio da sera in platino ed oro con diamanti
Located in Bologna, IT
Orologio da sera a carica manuale in Platino ed oro 14k (585/1000) marcato "PLATIN 585", con cassa
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Vintage 1950s North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Palladium

Breitling for Bentley stainless steel Diamond Custom automatic Wristwatch
By Breitling
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
crystal, Breitling engraved case back, waterproof to 100 meters Band: custom 14k white gold diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

8 Ct Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Rare and classic 8 Ct Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 K White Gold
Category

2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1956 Jaeger-LeCoultre / Vacheron & Constantin Vintage Galaxy Mystery Dial - 14K White Gold & Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

8 Ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Long Necklace in White Pink 14 K Gold 27 Gm
Located in New York, NY
. Please look at all the pictures 14 K gold 27 gm Its very hard to capture the true color and luster of the
Category

2010s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

0.40ctw Diamond Men s Ring 14k Yellow White Gold Size 10.75 Watch Band Style
Located in McLeansville, NC
- I Clarity - SI1 - SI2 Metal: 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 7.7 Grams Stamps: 14k Face Height
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt White Gold Emerald Baguette Diamond Pendant, Invisible Set, 3.95cttw, 16 in
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt white gold RGC designer pendant enhancer with approximately 3.95 carats total weight in
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Longines Palladium Rectangular Wristwatch Retailed by Tiffany Co. circa 1940s
By Longines
Located in Stamford, CT
. With white gold bracelet probably added later. 14 single cut diamonds. Length of bracelet: 7.25
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

14K White Gold 5.77ct Diamond Tennis Bracelet MF03-120324
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
piece in 14K white gold features an uninterrupted line of brilliant diamonds ready to shine its beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Round Bracelet in 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.70 ct. good quality white diamond rounds in a handmade 14k white gold mounting. Length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Designer Effy s 1.57 Carat Blue White Diamond Dangling Earrings 14K White Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's 1.57 Carat Blue & White Diamond Dangling Earrings 14K White Gold Fish Hook This
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Filigree Bracelet 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
filigree link features three small diamond accents. The bracelet is 14k white gold and features extensive
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Diamond Bangle in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 2.50 ct. white diamond princess cuts handmade in 14k yellow gold. This is a great bangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Rose Gold White Gold 0.96ct Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
0.96ct Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 14K Rose Gold & White Gold Tiffany-Style 6-Prong
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

35 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Necklace Estate, 14 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
35 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Necklace Estate, 14 Karat Yellow Gold This
Category

1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.33ct Diamond Hamsa Pendant PN14754
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
14K white gold, outlined with round-shaped diamonds.This brand new LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.33ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Onyx Watch Conversion Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Art Deco 1950s watch - recently converted to bracelet Composition: 14K White Gold Hallmark
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 3.05ct Diamond Tennis Bracelet MF09-121823
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
eternity bracelet is sure to make a statement. It is crafted in 14K white gold and features a single row of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Large Domed 4.82ct Diamond 14K White Gold Men s Ring
Located in Newton, MA
13 round brilliant cut diamonds illusion set and surrounded by 14 round brilliant cut diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 14k White Gold 11 Ct Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Elevate any outfit with this simple but sophisticated accessory. This LB Exclusive 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco 1.25ct Diamond Ring Platinum 14k White Gold Navette Sz 6
Located in Torrance, CA
and 14k white gold. Fifty-eight single cut diamonds total an estimated 1.25 carats (estimated at G-H
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Marina J Woven Pearl, Ruby Diamond Encrusted Bracelet with 14k White Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hand woven into a 3 dimensional lace like design. A beautiful vintage 14k White Gold, Diamond encrusted
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

Materials

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

White Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, 14k Round Brilliant Cut .30ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
of 14k white gold, this ring showcases a radiant diamond solitaire held in a classic four-prong
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Ladies Watch Hand Winding Automatic 3.5 Carat
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K White Gold and Diamond Ladies Watch Hand Winding Automatic approximately 3.5 cts
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 4 marquise, 1 princess, 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate White Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate diamond and gold bracelet showcasing 1.60 carats of white H/I diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

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

Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Earrings with Rock Crystal Quartz Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
earrings. Set in 14 Karat White Gold, the diamond bracelet from a watch has been beautifully transformed
Category

2010s North American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 55 round brilliant cuts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Single Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Circle Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 24 round brilliant cuts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Cameo Diamond Gold Pendant and Old Watch Chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
be from around the same period. The white shell cameo is set in 14 karat yellow gold, and has 4
Category

Early 20th Century Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold with Rose Gold Diamond and Watch Style Band Ring
By D Deco Jewels
Located in New York, NY
area with 0.23 carats of Diamonds. 14K Yellow and Rose Gold, Ring Size 6.25. Signed D'D for D'Deco
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

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

Designer Effy s Natural Diffused Ceylon Sapphire &Diamond Stud Earrings 14k Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
gold . Weight of 14 K gold 2.0 grams Fine Round Cut Natural Diffused Ceylon Sapphire weighing 2
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.24ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
refinement to your style.This brand new 14K Yellow Gold 0.24ct Diamond and Ruby Ring comes with a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch and Jewelry Company Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 2 emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Diamond Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch and Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamonds: 16 round brilliant cuts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.71 Carat Men s Diamond Two-Tone Gold Watch Style Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Men's Diamond Two-Tone Gold Watch Style Ring, 14 Karat Two-Tone White And Yellow Gold. 0.71 Carats
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2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

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

0.35 Carat Men s Diamond Two-Tone Gold Watch Style Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Men's Diamond Two-Tone Gold Watch Style Ring, 14 Karat Two-Tone White And Yellow Gold. 0.35 Carats
Category

2010s American Cluster Rings

Materials

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

1900s Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Jaeger leCoultre Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
are made of 18 karat gold and the necklace part is made of 14 karat gold. The watch and the chain are
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Designer Effy s Natural Diffused Ceylon Sapphire &Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
gold . Weight of 14 K gold 2.0 grams Fine Round Cut Natural Diffused Ceylon Sapphire weighing 2
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Toliro Diamond Garnet Enamel Watch Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
14k yellow gold Toliro Jewelry Company vintage brooch featuring an enamel watch accented by .05cts
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

2.01CTW Diamond Bolo Bracelet in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
tighten or loosen this gorgeous brightly polished 14k rose gold bracelet. Bracelets are the ultimate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Rubelite, White Gold, Rose Gold

14kt Two-Tone 1.78cttw Marquis Diamond Horse Pendant Award Winning Design 22 gr
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
, yellow or white gold as well as in platinum. We can also use a variety of diamond and gemstone shapes and
Category

Early 2000s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.