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0.1 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
only visually appealing but also comfortable to wear. This 0.1 Carat Diamond Cross Necklace in 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.07 Carat Diamonds Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
substantial. This 0.07 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold is a fusion of classic design and modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Minimalist Necklace Spiritual Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

0.25 Carat Diamonds Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
brilliance and visual appeal. This 0.25 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold is a stunning piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
pendant's overall radiance and visual allure. This 0.5 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.59 TCW Champagne White Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this exquisite pendant features a cross design adorned with white and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Diamond Cross Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
intersecting bands in white and yellow 14k solid gold. Each band is lined with natural pavé diamonds, creating
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Criss Cross Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 1.10ct Clarity: SI Color: HI ★THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

TJD 0.75 Carat Round Baguette Diamond 14K White Gold Cross Pendant with Chain
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Let your faith shine with this simple and elegant cross pendant. The pendant is crafted from 14
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Criss Cross Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Rose / Yellow / White Gold ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Bold criss-cross design in
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Metal Weight: 4.4 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.75 carats Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K White Gold Metal Weight: 3.68 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.75 carats Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.75 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Metal Weight: 3.68 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.75 carats Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K White Gold Metal Weight: 4.4 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 1.5 carats Diamond Setting
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Metal Weight: 3.42 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.5 carats Diamond Setting
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Metal Weight: 3.42 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.5 carats Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Metal Type: 14K White Gold Metal Weight: 3.42 grams Diamond Carat Weight: 0.5 carats Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Classic Cross Cognac Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Cross Diamond 52-RND-0,14-G/VS1A Diamond 12-RND-0,31-G/VS1A Weight 1,35 grams
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2010s Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Classic Cross Black Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Cross (Same Model with Black Diamond and Blue Sapphire Available) Diamond 68-RND
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2010s Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

14K Yellow Gold Pavé 0.69 TCW Diamond Cross Slider Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary cross pendant is crafted in 14k yellow gold adorned with pavé set round white
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Double Cross Gold and Diamond Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte-Finished Hand-Crafted Double Cross Pendant, Enhanced with 0.12 Carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14kt Gold German Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage 14kt Gold German Cross with Diamonds is a unique and intricate piece of jewelry that
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20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique Silver and 14K Gold Cross Pendant with Rose-Cut Diamonds, Circa 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
: Silver front, 14K yellow gold reverse Gemstones: Rose-cut diamonds Dimensions: 45 mm x 25 mm Weight
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Antique Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Diamond, Baroque Pearl Cross Necklace Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold, diamond, and pearl pendant cross for a necklace. In 14 karat yellow gold. In
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Dainty 14k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Over Leaf Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Dainty 14k Solid Gold Diamond Cross Over Leaf Ring Everyday Diamond Ring Gift Light weight can be
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2010s Indian Fashion Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Cross Over Garnet Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Cross Over Garnet Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant in 14K White Gold with Blue Sapphires and Diamond Halo
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Exude grace and elegance with this stunning cross pendant, expertly crafted in 14K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Brilliant Christian Cross 14K White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
. 14K White Gold. 0.97 CTW Diamonds.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace — Classic Design
Located in Tucson, AZ
Fashioned in 4.2 grams of 14k white gold 21" in length Set with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Criss Cross Natural Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
THE METAL★ 14K Solid Gold Available in Rose / Yellow / White Gold ★HIGHLIGHTS★ -Handmade item: Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

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

14k Gold Diamond Cross Ring Two Tone Ring Engagement Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rare piece, the 0.19 ctw open cross diamond ring is hard to find. This is the ideal birthday
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Fashion Rings

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

14k Gold Cross Necklace Christ Cross Pendant Religious Jesus Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.1 Carat Diamonds in 14K White Gold Butterfly Cross Necklace
Located in Paramus, NJ
sophistication. This 0.1 Carat Diamond Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold is a symbol of both faith and style. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.50 Carat Diamond Cross Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.50 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Religious Cross 14K White Gold Natural 0.50ctw Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant cross pendant is finely crafted in luminous 14k white gold, combining timeless faith
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Late 20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.12 Carat Diamonds Wing Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
substantial, luxurious, and comfortable to wear. This 0.12 Carat Diamond Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold is
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.13 Carat Diamonds in 14k White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k white gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.13 Carat Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k yellow gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.13 Carat Diamonds in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k rose gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.09 Carat Diamonds in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k rose gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.09 Carat Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k yellow gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant Cross Pendant: 0.09 Carat Diamonds in 14k White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
elegance. The 14k white gold setting provides a secure and luxurious backdrop for the diamonds, allowing
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Diamond Fish Cross Necklace Christian Necklace Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Fish Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate Minimal Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

0.08 Carat Diamonds Wing Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Paramus, NJ
Diamond Cross Necklace in 14K White Gold is a symbol of grace and sophistication. Its intricate design and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Religious Diamond Emerald Cross in 14K
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a stunning pendant cross crafted from 14k yellow gold, adorned with a 0.35 carat round
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished Cross Pendant, Centered with 0.09 Carats of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Cross Diamond Pearl Pendant in 14K White Gold Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold omega link necklace with vintage diamond and pearl cross in 18k white gold setting
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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

0.14ctw Small Diamond Cross Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold, Length 18 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamonds round brilliant cut, 5 stones 1.5 - 2 mm approximately .10 total carats marquise
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gabriel Co Diamond Cross Necklace, 14k White Gold, Length 16 Inches
By Gabriel Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamond, 10 round brilliant cut 1.5 mm approximately .15 total carats FG color/ VS1-2
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Long Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Long Pave Diamond 0.49 Carats
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Pendant with Round Cut Real Natural Diamond in 14K solid gold. Available in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Satin-Finished Cross Pendant, Imprinted with the Word "Jerusalem
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Cross Blue Sapphire Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Cross (Same Model with Black and Cognac Diamond Available) Diamond 68-RND-0,2-G/VS1A
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2010s Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Hand-Crafted 14K Gold 0.10 ct. tw. Diamond Jerusalem Cross Necklace
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished Jerusalem Cross Pendant, Engraved with the
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.33 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Earrings G SI 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.33 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Earrings G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural, Not Enhanced in any
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Modern Cross in 14kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
wear and special occasions. This Modern Cross in 14kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds is a testament to fine
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Cross Necklace with Round Brilliants
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
14K Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace This elegant 14K gold necklace features a cross pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Rachel Koen 1.15cttw Round Diamond Wide Cross Band 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This wide band openwork cross design ring is crafted from rich 14K yellow gold. Set with shimmering
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.