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Vintage 14 K Rose Gold "Antiqued" Cross with Natural Light "Pink" Diamonds
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k rose gold "antiqued" cross with 12 round Natural Light "Pink" Diamonds weighing approximately
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds. Religious Cross Necklace pendant. Sipmle cross pendant. Tiny
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds
14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds
$280 Sale Price / item
60% Off
14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant With Diamond #16557
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Diamond - This gorgeous cross pendant features 1 single
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Lariat Diamond Cross Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Cross Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Gold Chain with 10K Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Bradenton, FL
Elegant 14K Gold 18" Chain with 10K Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant. The cross is delicately
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

14K Gold Long Cross Diamond Bracelet Sideway Cross Diamond Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Long cross diamond bracelet / Sideways cross diamond bracelet / Gold cross bracelet / Everyday wear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Diamond and Chain
Located in New York, NY
. A versatile and heartfelt adornment, the 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Diamond is not merely a
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20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Diamond Cross Pendant Communion Gift
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tiny Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Diamond Cross Pendant Communion Gift
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14k White Gold Diamond Cross with Beading Around Each Diamond
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DIAMONDS .55 CARATS COLOR & CLARITY: G SI1-2 metal:14k WHITE GOLD type:CHAIN & PENDANT
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Cross with Beading Around Each Diamond
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DIAMONDS 1.25 CARATS COLOR & CLARITY: F-G VS2-SI1 metal:14k WHITE GOLD type:CHAIN
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Cross with Beading Around Each Diamond
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DIAMONDS .90 CARATS COLOR & CLARITY: F-G VS2-SI1 metal:14k WHITE GOLD type:CHAIN
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace This exquisite pre-owned cross pendant is
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Dainty Cross Bracelet Tiny Cross Diamond Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Dainty Cross Bracelet is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

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

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Unique Cross Layering Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Solid Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Delicate Cross Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Two-Toned 14K Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This two-toned diamond cross pendant is a striking blend of elegance and craftsmanship, crafted
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 1.04 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold diamond cross with 11 diamonds weighing 1.04 carats total. Cross slides on a 16
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with 1.83 Carats Diamonds
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K White Gold Cross Necklace with 21 Round Diamonds weighing 1.83 carats total. - Cross is on a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant #23653
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Elegant and timeless, this 14k white gold cross features a
Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 0.63 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold cross pendant with 11 round diamonds weighing 0.63 carat total. Pendant slides on a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 0.50 Carat
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold cross necklace with 126 round diamonds weighing 0.50 carat total. - 18 inches long
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Pave Diamond Cross Earrings with 1 carat + Diamonds
Located in Venice, CA
These 14k gold diamond earrings have a calligraphic X as a motif. The curve of the earring swoops
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14k Gold Cross Stud Diamonds Cross Stud Earrings Religious Diamond Earrings
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Stud Earrings in 14k Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold. These Dainty Stud Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
From our estate collection, this beautiful diamond cross pendant is made of 14K white gold. The
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Cross Pendant with rainbow gemstones
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Cross pendant with natural colored stones: amethysts and tsavorite (green garnet
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Cross Pendant
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This incredible 14k yellow gold pendant is made with natural sapphires and a bright white diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Marquise Ruby Cross with Diamond accents 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Ruby & Diamond Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone Cut: Marquise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Solid Diamond Cross
Located in New York, US
✨ Bold 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with 2.45ct Diamonds 💎✝️ – 20" Rope Chain Make a
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Cross Diamond Stud Earrings Protection Cross Gold Ear Piercings
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Cross Diamond Stud Earrings Protection Cross Gold Ear Piercings. Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Cross Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with 0.15 Carat Diamonds
Located in Paramus, NJ
and spirituality. The 0.15 Carat Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant is a beautiful symbol of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold with 0.15 Carat Diamonds
Located in Paramus, NJ
and spirituality. The 0.15 Carat Diamonds in 14K White Gold Cross Pendant is a beautiful symbol of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Cross Necklace Diamond Mini Cross Necklace Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Cross Charm Necklace with a natural diamond is made of 14k solid gold. Available in
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold .22 CTW Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamond Stations
By Cirari
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold .22 CTW diamond cross pendant necklace with diamond stations. The necklace measures
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Religious Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Cross Necklace is made of 14K solid gold available in three colors of gold, White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Dazzling 2.21ct Diamonds Necklace with Cross Pendant in 14k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 2.21ct Diamonds Necklace with Cross Pendant in 14k White Gold - IGI Certified This eye
Category

2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Two Tone Cross Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 14k two-tone gold cross pendant is a stunning expression of faith and elegance
Category

1990s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with Round Diamonds 0.18 Carat
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold diamond cross pendant with 24 round diamonds weighing 0.18 carat total. Cross
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 0.04ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold necklace with diamond cross. Stamped 14k Italy and weighs 4.1 grams. The diamond in
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with One Diamond 0.14 Carat
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold cross with one diamond weighing 0.14 carat. Cross slides on a 18 inch yellow gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace with Round Diamonds 2.02 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold cross pendant necklace with 12 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 2.02 carats
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Cross Pendant #23938
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This lovely 14K yellow gold cross pendant is shaped
Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant #24081
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This delicate 14K yellow gold cross pendant features a
Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant #22208
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- A timeless symbol of faith, this 14K white gold
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant #23552
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This elegant cross pendant is crafted in 14K yellow
Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace #16588
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace - This beautiful diamond cross necklace features 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Gold Dainty Cross Bracelet Tiny Cross Diamond Bracelet Religious Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.08 Carat diamond sideway Cross bracelet is a perfect religious bracelet and is meant for you to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

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

14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Topaz Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this elegant cross pendant features a radiant arrangement of sparkling
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Charm Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Diamond Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate dainty cross charm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace #23302
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace- This cross pendant is accented with 11 sparkling
Category

20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Heart and Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Heart and Cross Diamond Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Cross Lariat Necklace Diamond Lariat Necklace Cross Y Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Lariat Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Blue Topaz with Diamond Cross Pendant set in 14K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Topaz 7.20 carats with Diamond 0.03 carat Cross Pendant set in 14K Gold Settings (chain not
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

14K Yellow White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant #18089
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow & White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant This gorgeous cross pendant was meticulously crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Diamond Sideways Cross Ring Diamond Wedding Band
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
One of our most popular rings, the Diamond Sideways Cross Ring, is a simplistic gold ring that is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

14K White Gold Chain and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Chain and Diamond Cross Pendant Elevate your style with this exquisite 14k white
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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14k Gold Cross With Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of 14k gold cross with diamonds available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 8 vintage versions or 21 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Modern and Contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to 14k gold cross with diamonds. Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc., Five Star Jewelry and LB Exclusive each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. There are many round cut, cushion cut and baguette cut 14k gold cross with diamonds for sale. When shopping our range of 14k gold cross with diamonds, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are 14k Gold Cross With Diamonds?

Prices for 14k gold cross with diamonds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $166 and can go as high as $9,998, while 14k gold cross with diamonds, on average, fetch $1,800.

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.