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Tiffany Co. Lady s Diamond Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
1950 manual back wind Marquise shaped ladies Tiffany 14k white gold watch with white gold mesh
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Audemars Piguet Co. Platinum Diamond Wristwatch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Wallkill, NY
Black cloth band 14K white Gold end caps Watch is working Measuring 1.17" top to bottom x .86
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Retro Top Hat Diamond Ruby Wittnauer Wristwatch Bracelet 14 Karat Gold
By Wittnauer
Located in New York, NY
KARAT ROSE AND WHITE GOLD WITH 31 DIAMONDS AND 17 RUBIES ADORNING THE WATCH CREATING A FLOWER FILLED TOP
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Hamilton Ladies Platinum Diamond Ruby Bead Bracelet Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Miami Beach, FL
watch is platinum the additional spacers and clap are 14k white gold.
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

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

Baume Mercier Ladies Classic Watch 65323
By Baume Mercier
Located in Dallas, TX
Baume & Mercier Ladies Classic Watch 65323 - Quartz. 14K Yellow gold (23 mm). White dial with
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Antique Art Deco Movado Platinum Watch Pendant with Chain
By Movado
Located in San Francisco, CA
been tested to be Platinum. The chain is 18 inches, is 14K White Gold, and is stamped "585". The
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

David Yurman Silver Gold Wristwatch
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
yellow gold wristwatch is set with 2 square cut Rhodolite Garnets. The dial has a beautiful white mother
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

3.6 Ct Diamond 3 Heart Pendant or Necklace 18 K White Gold with 14 K Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
3.6 Ct Diamond Heart Pendant/ Necklace 18 Karat White Gold With 14 K Gold Chain Diamond Weight
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

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

Antique Waltham Watch Co. Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Brooch
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
made by famous American watchmakers, Waltham Watch Co. In fourteen carat 14k yellow gold with a
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ladys Platinum Hamilton Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Addison, TX
bracelet. This stunning platinum vintage watch includes a 14K white gold clasp accented with 57 diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Large Diamond Circle Pendant/ Necklace 18 Karat White Gold with 14 K Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Large Diamond Circle Pendant/ Necklace 18 K White Gold With 14 K Gold Chain Diamond Weight
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Bulova Diamond Platinum Watch Pendant
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and eight adjustments, serial number 200006. The bail is made of 14 karat white gold. The pendant
Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

8 Ct Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 1 Ct Diamond Stud Earrings 14 K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
8 Ct Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & 1 Ct Diamond Stud Earrings 14 K White Gold, Post Back This
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

43 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold 7 Carat
Located in New York, NY
43 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold approximately 8 Ct Line
Category

20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Platinum Black Double Cord Wristwatch
Located in Addison, TX
: Black Case Material: 14K White Gold Case back Hallmarks: Custom "W" engraving Clasp Style: Fold Over
Category

Antique Late 19th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hamilton Diamond Akoya Pearl Watch Bracelet 14k Gold Certified
By Hamilton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Hamilton Watch Bracelet 8.5mm14k Gold Certified $5950 915289 This
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hamilton Diamond Akoya Pearl Watch 14k Gold 8.5 mm 7.5" Certified
By Hamilton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Bracelet Watch 14k Gold 8.5 mm 7.5" Certified $5,950 911041
Category

1990s American Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Victorian Converted Pocket Watch Case Pendant 14k Mine.21ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1870s - 1880s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and White Gold Bracelet with Hidden Watch, Croton, circa 1960
By Croton
Located in Aspen, CO
Diamond bracelet with 1.45 cts of fine white diamonds. Our in-house gemologist has estimated the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ladies Diamond Watch Conversion Necklace with Ametrine in White Gold circa 1930s
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
white gold Elgin ladies diamond watch, circa 1930. Eytan Brandes added a new backing and cleaned up all
Category

2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

9.01 Carats Natural Zambian Emerald Ring 0.83 Carats Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Exact 9.01 Carats Natural Zambian Emerald Ring & 0.83 Carats Diamonds 14K White Gold this Ring is
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

9.01 Carats Natural Zambian Emerald Ring 0.83 Carats Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
and the brilliance of the diamonds. Crafted with 14 Karat white gold, this ring is of exceptional
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

62 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal and 3 Carat Diamond Pendant/Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
62 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & 3 carat Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Gold Estate White Gold
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold, Ruby and Diamond Watch Bangle
Located in New Orleans, LA
Arabic numerals. White diamonds dazzle as they halo the watch face, along with radiant red rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose 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

Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k white gold Diamond: 19 round brilliant cuts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Effy s Natural Black Diamond and Diamond Dangling Earrings 14K Y Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's Natural Black Diamond & Diamond Dangling Earrings 14K Y Gold Post Earrings with
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

Belle Epoque, Gold, Diamond, Pearl Emerald Brooch Watch
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
, the piece is in the form of a pearl and diamond bow which has a detachable 'swivel' watch hanging from
Category

Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

29 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal and 2.5 Carat Diamond Pendant or Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
clean Stone no inclusion , full of luster and shine and shades of orange , pink and red 14 K gold 15
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.0 Carat Diamond and White Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 14k, American. Set with 6.0 carats of brilliant white diamonds (G-H color, SI1
Category

Vintage 1980s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.5 Carat White Diamond and 0.6 Carat Black Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.5 Ct White Diamond And 0.6 Ct Black Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold 21 Black Diamonds
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald and Solitaire Diamonds Flower Post Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
crafted with 14 karat White gold . Weight of 14 K gold 3.5 grams Fine 6 Round Cut Emeralds with no
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Effy s Round Tanzanite and Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's Round Tanzanite & Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Post Earrings with
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.01 Carat Total Diamond Adjustable Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
tighten or loosen this gorgeous brightly polished 14k white gold bracelet. Bracelets are the ultimate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.01 Carat Total Diamond Adjustable Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
tighten or loosen this gorgeous brightly polished 14k white gold bracelet. Bracelets are the ultimate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.01 Carat Total Diamond Adjustable Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
tighten or loosen this gorgeous brightly polished 14k white gold bracelet. Bracelets are the ultimate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.10 Carat Total Diamond Adjustable Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
tighten or loosen this gorgeous brightly polished 14k white gold bracelet. Bracelets are the ultimate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring, Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Band , Very delicate ring ! Pink Sapphire & Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Band Ring
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Effy s Natural Sapphire and Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's Natural Sapphire & Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Post Earrings with
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Effy s Natural Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Dangling Earrings 14K W Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's Natural Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Dangling Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Post
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

"Handy Circle" Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
from the mid-1940's or earlier. The circle in 14 karat white gold is a bezel from a box of old watch
Category

2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

14 Karat Gold Rose Gold Black White Diamond Ring, Designer RI, Very Good
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 14kt rose gold ring with 33 round brilliant black diamonds of approx. .45cttw and 64
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Vintage White Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition, 14 karat white gold entourage ring with 9 brilliant cut diamonds and
Category

Vintage 1960s European Post-War Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise, Diamond Ruby Stud Earring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 7 Carat of Turquoise Stud Earring 14 Karat White gold. Each turquoise about 3 to
Category

Early 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Emerald and Solitaire Diamonds Flower Post Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Solitaire Diamonds Flower Post Earrings 14 Karat White Gold 15.2MM wide flower 5 Carat
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Four Stone Diamond 0.12 Carat Traditional Ring/Band 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Four Stone Diamond Traditional Ring/Band 14 Karat White Gold Four Princess cut diamonds next to
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2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Carnelian and Diamond Stud Earring with Omega Back, 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 10 Ct Carnelian And Diamond Stud Earring With Omega Back ,14 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Carnelian, 14k Gold, White Gold

20 Point Natural Diamond Solitaire 14k Gold Wedding Nose Piercing Stud Ring Pin
Located in New York, NY
Diameter: 4.3 mm Diamond weight 20 Pointer Base Metal: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Its very hard to capture
Category

2010s More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

2.8 Ct White Diamond Big Cross Pendant in 14 Kt Yellow Gold with Big Bail 21.5gm
Located in New York, NY
2.8 carats White Diamond Big Cross Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with Big Bail This spectacular
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.2 Carat Pear Shape Center Diamond Engagement 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.20 Carat Center Diamond Engagement 14 Karat White Gold Ring 14 K gold Stamped 2.5
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3 Carat Square Treated Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3 Carat Square Treated Ruby And Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring Size 6.5 prong set 14 K White
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Effy s 0.40 Carat Diamond Cross over Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Designer Effy's 0.40 Carat Diamond Cross over Cocktail Ring 14Karat White Gold 4 I pointer 32
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.2 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Pendant/ Necklace 14 Karat White Gold with Chain
Located in New York, NY
2.2 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Pendant/ Necklace 14 Karat White Gold with Chain There are 30 princess
Category

2010s Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 6.5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon & Diamond Pendant in 14 K white gold Emerald
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 Ct Diamond and Pink Quartz Heart Pendant/ Necklace 14 Karat White Gold + Chain
Located in New York, NY
2 Ct Diamond & Pink Quartz Heart Pendant/ Necklace 14 Karat White Gold + Chain Diamond Weight
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.1 Carat Solitaire Round Shape 2 Carat Total Diamond 14 White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
1.1 Carat Solitaire Round Shape 2.0 Total Diamond Engagement 14 White Gold Ring Prong set 14 K gold
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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.