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Vintage Fancy Platinum Hamilton 14k White Gold 0.45ctw Diamond Link Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Platinum Case & 14k White Gold Bracelet Case Overall Height: 39.8mm (1.5") (measuring from both ends of
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20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Hamilton Top Hat 1940s Gold and Diamond Dial Wrist Watch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Mechanical, manual wind movement, Silver Satin dial with Diamond set, White Gold markers. 1/2 inch wide 14k
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Rolex Ladies 14Kt Solid White Gold Mid Century Modern Watch circa 1960 s
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1956 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 26mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Tourneau White Gold, Diamond, Sapphire, and Mother-Of-Pearl Quartz Wristwatch
By Tourneau
Located in Princeton, NJ
A dainty buy highly wearable 14 karat white gold, diamond, sapphire, and mother-of-pearl wristwatch
Category

20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Ladies TT Oyster Perpetual White Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand : Rolex Model : Oyster Perpetual Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K Yellow Gold / Stainless Steel
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Ladies Art Deco Platinum Diamond Onyx Wrist Watch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
spacers. Watch head is platinum. Spacers and clasp are 14K white gold. Hand engraved on back of head
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Marina J. Vintage Platinum Diamond Watch with Blue Sapphire Pearls
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Watch band meets at a 14k White Gold Filigree Clasp which perfectly matches the vintage watch! ** Made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Pla...

Longines 14 Karat White Gold 1950s Mystery Dial Watch
By Longines
Located in Dallas, TX
Longines 14K White Gold 1950's Mystery Dial Watch - Manual winding. 14K White Gold ( 32 mm
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Retro 3.66 Carat Natural Diamond and Gold Mechanical Watch Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Magnificent Ladies Spencer Retro Natural Diamond and 14k White Gold Mechanical Watch, Circa 1940
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Mathey Tissot 1940s Retro Rose Gold and Diamond Dial Mechanical Bracelet Watch
By Tissot
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Mathey Tissot Wrist Watch, 38 M.M. X 20 M.M. Rectangular 14K Rose Gold 2 piece case, 17
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Antique 2.36 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Watch Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond cocktail watch has been crafted in platinum with a 9k white gold strap. The rectangular watch
Category

Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Hamilton Platinum 7.86ctw Round Baguette Diamond Hidden Watch Bracelet
By Hamilton
Located in Montclair, NJ
& Bracelet: Platinum - Safety Chain: 14k White Gold Case Overall Height: 45mm (1.7") (measuring from both
Category

20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Rolex Ladies Two Tone Datejust White Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Oyster Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
) Gender : Ladies Metals : 14K/Stainless Steel Case Size : 26 mm Dial : Custom White Diamond Dial (This
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Floral Filagree Sapphire and Diamond Ladies Dress Watch Sapphire Band
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco platinum top on 18k gold watch accented with diamonds and sapphires, circa 1920. The
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Money Clip in 14 Karat Solid White Gold with Jade and Diamonds May 13th...
Located in Long Beach, CA
Low profile money clip in 14K white gold with diamond set "S" or "5" and "13". If these are lucky
Category

Mid-20th Century American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Antique Tiffany Co. Hamilton Platinum Baguette Round Diamond Watch Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Case, Crown, & Bracelet: Platinum - Clasp: 14k White Gold Case Overall Height: 27.9mm (2
Category

Vintage 1930s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rolex Mens TT Datejust Whte Diamond Dial Diamond Bezel Watch Ref#16013
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Quickset Model Gender : Mens Metals : 14K Yellow Gold/ Stainless Steel Case Size : 36 mm Dial : Custom
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Marsh Steel, Diamond and Gold Wristwatch
Located in Riverdale, NY
steel with applied pave diamond cloud form motifs and shoulder hilts. 14k white gold back engraved in
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Steel

Longines Vintage 14KT White Gold Silver Dial 21.5 x 40.5MM – Manual Wind (1942)
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1942 Longines watch featuring a 21.5 x 40.5mm rectangular 14KT white gold case. The silver
Category

Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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

Rolex Mens Datejust Blue String Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
addition) Bezel : Original 14K White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet : Original Rolex Stainless Steel Jubilee
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Baume Mercier Diamond Bezel Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Baume Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
thickness: 4.56mm Band: 14k yellow gold link bracelet Movement: quartz Crystal: sapphire Dial: white with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 69174 Datejust Stainless Steel "Rolex" Pyramid Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k white gold fluted bezel, adding just the right touch of shine. Meanwhile, the scratch-resistant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Rolex Mens SS Datejust Slate Roman Diamond Dial Fluted Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
) Bezel : Original 14K White Gold Fluted Bezel Bracelet : Original Rolex Stainless Steel Jubilee (This
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Hamilton Yellow Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Hamilton "Top Hat" Model Wrist Watch, 39 X 21 MM 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece case. 17
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 14 Karat White Gold Eloga Ladies Wristwatch with 17 Jewels
By Eloga
Located in Manhasset, NY
14Kt Whtie Gold Eloga Ladies Wrist Watch w. 17 Jewels 21.6 grams weight without works. Eloga Watch
Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Swiss 14 ct Gold Blue Guilloché Enamel And Diamond Wristwatch
Located in Portland, England
This exquisite antique 14ct gold, diamond and royal blue guilloché enamel ladies' wristwatch is
Category

Early 20th Century European Victorian Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White String Diamond Dial & Fluted
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 Custom White Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl String Diamond Dial Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Dial & Fluted Bezel on Rolex 14K Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel Jubilee Band. SKU 6917-TT
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 6917 White Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial Jubilee Band Fluted Bezel
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pre-Owned Rolex 6917 Ladies 26mm Two Tone Datejust Watch, Custom White Mother of Pearl Diamond Dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

1940 s Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Watch with Contract or Period Large "Top Hat"
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
diamonds totaling two carats. They are eye-clean, white, and full of fire! Powering the watch is one of
Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Ebel Sports Classic 41mm Steel And 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ebel watch crafted in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold. The round case measures 41mm, featuring a
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage 2.55 Ct Diamond Solitaire Diamond 0.90 Ct Pendant in 14 K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Solitaire 0.90 brilliant round diamond Pendant crafted in 14 Karat white gold and densely set
Category

Early 2000s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Mens Watch Link Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K Solid White Gold Men's Natural Round Cut White Diamond Cluster Ring. Featuring nine round cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural 3 Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring + Diamond 14 K White Gold, Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Natural 3 Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring + Diamond 14 K White Gold, Vintage Size 6 A classic
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Geneve 3.60 Carat Circular Brilliant Diamond 14K White Gold Bracelet Watch
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet Watches Style: Bracelet Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 3.6 Carat Diamond Number of Stones
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Platinum and 14K White Gold Diamond Pendant Watch with Sapphire Accents
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
. This sophisticated timepiece is crafted from platinum and 14K white gold, featuring a charming diamond
Category

Vintage 1910s Brooches

Materials

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

21 Round Diamond 4-5 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold, 1.0 Ct
Located in New York, NY
21 Round Diamond 4-5 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold, 1.0 Ct Line Bracelet, Meet
Category

2010s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Brooch/Watch Holder
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
. 14k yellow gold 1 = .015 ct, G color, VS clarity natural diamond 14 = 1.94-2.27mm white seed pearls
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hamilton 14k White Gold Ladies Watch Double Strand Pearl Necklace
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
exquisite 14k white gold, this necklace features two strands of lustrous pearls that gracefully drape around
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Rare Art Deco 2.30 TCW Diamond 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring with Concealed Watch
Located in New York, NY
diamonds approximately .95 carats, total carat weight- 2.30 carats. 14K white gold Dial: circular silver
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Diamond Flexible Bangle in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful flexible bangle with 0.50 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 14k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

1.5 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 1 Ct Blue Sapphire Flip Ring 14 K Gold, Unisex
Located in New York, NY
Ring 14 K White Gold Unique Flip ring You can wear as all diamond ring or you can wear as diamond and
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Platinum 14K White Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous bracelet started out as a Guen ladies watch. I converted it to a beautiful bracelet
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Diamond Tank Watch Conversion Bracelet in 14K Gold with Black Tourmaline "Face"
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
diamond tank watch from a certain revered French brand that begins with "C," but we just bought it for its
Category

2010s American Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold 3ctw Natural Round Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 3ctw Natural Round Diamond Bangle Bracelet This stunning 3ctw Diamond Bangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue White Diamond Halo Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Watch her eyes light up with joy when you present her with this dazzling blue and white diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

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

White Gold Oyster Links Watch Band Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white gold with 4 rows of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14mm South Sea Cultured Pearl Diamond 18 K Gold Two Tone Pendant + Chain 14 KG
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite South Sea Cultured Pearl & Diamond Two Tone Pendant in 18K Gold
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

14K White Gold Antique Old-Euro Cut Diamond Ring 1.12ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies vintage diamond watch with 14k white gold mounting. Stamped 14k and weighs 4.4 grams gross
Category

Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue and White Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
round-cut blue diamond 1.00 with exquisite artistry, and an intricately designed 14-karat white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold Round Blue-Green and White Diamond Halo Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
lifetime. Jewelry Type: Fine Gold Karat: 14k Total Diamond Weight: 1.68 Carats Jewelry Setting: Basket
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

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

14k White Gold Antique Blue Topaz Diamond Bracelet, 1.00tdw, 18g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique diamond watch conversion to bracelet. Stamped 14k white gold and weighs 18 grams. The blue
Category

Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Classic Diamond Band Ring - Shine That Lasts Forever: Solid 14k White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A brilliant white-gold band laced with sparkling diamonds, designed to turn every gesture into a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 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.