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1933 Wedding Ring 3 diamonds 0.6ctw solid 23K Gold Platinum Ø 5.75 US/ 4.7gr
Located in SE
Fine 23K and Platinum Antique Wedding Diamond Ring handmade in Sweden in 1933. Larger Old European
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Platinum

1912 Antique Ring 0.45ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø 5.5 US / 2.0 gr
Located in SE
Three stones Ring with crown top in Platinum on 18K Yellow Gold Ring featuring old European diamond
Category

Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.7 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with braided shoulders holding old diamond cut natural Rose
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1964 Nordic Ring 0.3 ct Ruby 0.22ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
and 2 brilliant cut Diamonds. Custom made in Sweden, Stockholm, hallmarked 18K. Hallmarks of jeweler
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Kai 2.60ctw Aquamarine Peridot Olive Leaves Cocktail Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
natural gemstones, glowing pearls, and dazzling diamonds, all set in solid gold. Whether you're dressing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1948 Finish Ring Daimonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø6.75 US/ 1.7gr
Located in SE
Finish Ring with 7 Diamond stones set in White Gold or Silver clusters on top of solid 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Kai 7.20ct Aquamarine Sapphire Cluster Cocktail Ring Customization
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
craftsmanship. We create timeless designs featuring natural gemstones, glowing pearls, and dazzling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Natural Tourmaline Sapphire Ring 7 14k W Gold 8.7 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamonds and Pearls! This Tourmaline and White Sapphire Ring has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold

Natural Ruby Sapphire Ring 6.5 14k Y Gold 2.51 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Sapphire Ring 6.25 14k White Gold 3.49 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamonds and Pearls This Emerald Sapphire ring has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised by Gemological
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Tourmaline White Sapphire Ring 7 14k W Gold 3.57 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamonds and Pearls! This item has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised by Gemological Appraisal
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold

Sacchi Black Pearl Ring in 18k Gold and Diamonds
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Black Pearl and Diamonds Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, from Sacchi's , hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Kai Snake 2.52 ctw London Blue Topaz Sapphire East-West Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
designs featuring natural gemstones, glowing pearls, and dazzling diamonds, all set in solid gold. Whether
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gol...

1937 Ring Amethyst solid 18K Gold Ø US7.75 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Gold for every day Art - Deco period styled with a thin band and bezel with
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Vintage Unisex Ring natural 1.5ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US8.5 / 2.7gr
Located in SE
Vintage Unisex Ring in solid 18ct Yellow Gold embellished with natural square cut Emerald stone 6.5
Category

Vintage 1960s European Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kai Snake 1.82 ctw Aquamarine Sapphire East-West Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
create timeless designs featuring natural gemstones, glowing pearls, and dazzling diamonds, all set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Aquamarine, Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Kai Snake 1.82 ctw Garnet Ruby East-West Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Garnet|Red|Oval|Eye Clean Garnet CTW: 1.80 2 Pieces Natural Ruby|Red|Eye Clean Ruby CTW: 0.02 Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique 4.08Ct Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Earring and Ring Set Circa 1870
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.08 carat diamond and pearl, 12 karat yellow gold and
Category

Antique 1870s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1838 Antique Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø 2.75 US / 0.95gr
Located in SE
Old Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a hinged compartment on the crown. Hand- engraved
Category

Antique 1830s Swedish Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

Vintage Polish Ring natural Green Chalcedony 14K Yellow Gold Ø6.5 US/ 3.5gr
Located in SE
Vintage Gold and Green Chalcedony Ring with engraved leaves on the shoulders. Hallmarked with set
Category

Vintage 1950s Polish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold

1956 Ring natural 3ct Blue Chalcedony solid 18K Gold Ø 5.75 US / 2.8 gr
Located in SE
magnification. The band is from 2 mm to 10 mm at widest. Swedish ring. Hallmarked 18K, workshop's hallmarks
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Antique European Ring 0.5ctw Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US / 1.8gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring featuring, band in 18K Yellow Gold, 4 natural pinky red rubies, made ca.1900 s -1930s
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Signet Cameo Ring 5ct Banded Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø6US /3.2gr
Located in SE
Antique Unisex signet ring dating to ca. XIX -early XX cent. Solid 18K Yellow Gold with fine cameo
Category

Vintage 1910s European Greek Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique European Ring 1.3 ctw / 5Diamonds 23K/18K Gold Silver ØUS 5.25/ 2.8gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Antique Diamond Ring, Renaissance styled. Dates to ca. 19th - early 20th century. Perfect
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold, Silver

18k White Gold Pearl and Heart Diamond Ring Earring Set, 18.4g
Located in Providence, RI
thickness 1.2mm up to 4.8mm, Total weight is 18.4 grams - 4 Heart shaped diamonds - 3 Pearls, 1 - 13.3mm, 2
Category

20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace 17 1/2" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearl Color: Bluish Gray Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Ruby Dimensions: 16 (2mm - 1.5mm) Pearl Dimensions: 2 (3mm) Old Cut Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.12ct
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond and Pearl Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
round and marquise-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 12.25 carats); 2 tahitian pearls (measuring
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20th Century French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

1900s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.02 carat diamond and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white
Category

Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1920s Seed Pearl and 1.11 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique seed pearl, 1.11 carat diamond and platinum pendant on a vintage pearl and 14
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold 6.5mm Pearls
Located in Dearborn, MI
Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold 6.5mm Pearls Features Two 6.5mm Natural Round Pearls
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Gold Pearl and Diamond Freeform Pendant Brooch
By Arthur King
Located in Cincinnati, OH
diamonds. The pearls are lustrous and and in excellent condition, and due to the date of the piece
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

18 Karat Medium Gum Drop Earrings with Pearls and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
four Diamonds. The Medium 18kt yellow gold GUM DROP™ earrings hosts Cultured Pearls and 4 diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...

Dagon 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl Diamond Brooch #20887
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Dagon 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Pearl and Diamond Brooch This stunning piece feature black
Category

20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Asprey Co. Natural Saltwater Pearl and 2.92 Carat Diamond Jewelry Set
By Asprey Garrard Limited
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive vintage 1950s 2.92 carat diamond and natural saltwater pearl
Category

Vintage 1950s British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bark Bangle
By Gregory Mikaelian Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold Gresha signature bark bangle with 2 11mm south sea pearl and 4 round diamonds of
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

1920s Mother of Pearl Fine Pearls Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Poitiers, FR
featuring 2 mother-of-pearl discs supporting a circle of rose-cut diamonds and a small, supposedly fine
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Dramatic Multi Strand Pearl Festoon and Diamond Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
graduate in length from 1/4" being the shortest and 2 1/4" being the longest, center link. The pearls vary
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian More Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Christina Addison Medium Gum Drop Earrings with Pearls Pink Topaz and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison 18kt Medium Gum Drop Earrings with Pearls and Pink Topaz and four Diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Topaz, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow...

French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Poitiers, FR
top "Liliane 20-27 May 1928". Diameter of the pearls : from 2/2,5 mm to 2,5/3 mm approximately. Fine
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold...

18kt Yellow Gold Fine Peacock Tahitian Pearl Diamond Earrings and Pendant
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in San Diego, CA
quality diamonds. The pendant pearl is 9mm, has rich color and clean nacre, accented with 2 diamonds of
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
the rings were often diamond-encrusted for additional shimmer. Each of these rings is a work of art
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

Old Cut and Black Diamonds, Sapphires, White Mother of Pearl Owl Brooch/Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
brilliant cut white diamonds, 0.96cts of black diamonds and 6.39cts of custom cut mother of pearl. All in
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Diamond, ...

Blue Sapphire South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
shape faceted blue Ceylon sapphires of brilliant color. The tops suspend- via an onyx ring- 2 large and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...

French 19th Century Fine Pearls Diamonds Shaking Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
fine pearls and diamonds was probably part of a transformable antique jewel of a much larger size that
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, ...

Vintage inspired opal, pearl pendant in 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat gold pendant with opal, pearl and diamonds. Vintage style gold pendant. Opal pendant. 14k
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Eostre Jadeite, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite and Diamond 18K White Gold Earring
Located in Melbourne, AU
A Type A Natural Green Colour Jadeite Jade, and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. The South Sea
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Lorgnette Folding Eyeglasses with Gold, Diamond and Seed Pearls Lariat
Located in Tustin, CA
gold, flat, double twist lariat, decorated with 24 seed pearls, old mine cut diamond and black enamel
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl

Stick Pin South Sea Pearl and Diamond Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The stick pin with South Sea pearl and diamond features 2 pearls (17mm and 14mm) each with a crown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Pearl and Diamond Geometric Floral Cluster Pendant Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
A fabulous little pearl and diamond pendant necklace set in 18k white gold. The pendant
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Hoop Ruby Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
and beautiful lustre. The pearls are suspended from 2 hoops set with round diamonds of top quality (F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace, 10KT Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 10 karat yellow gold Tahitian pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This simple necklace features a
Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 1981 Paloma Picasso Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Pearls
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
settings, with 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.16 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS-1 Clarity. Pearl
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Art Placket Bracelet with Natural Pearls Black Spinel
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
genuine natural shaped white baroque ringed Akoya pearls highlights the sparkling 1-1/2 x 3/4 inch diamond
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Modern Precious Pearl Diamond Fabulous Yellow Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Yellow Gold 14 K (Matching Ring Available) Diamond 36-Round 57-0,54-F/VS1A Pearl diameter
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2010s Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Pearl 15.5mm Diamond Drop Earrings Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
and beautiful lustre. The pearls are suspended from 2 hoops set with round diamonds of top quality (F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970s Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
brilliant-cut diamonds and 2 round pearly white Oriental cultured pearls. The set ends with a pear-shaped
Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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2 Pearl And Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 2 pearl and diamond ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 2 pearl and diamond ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. A 2 pearl and diamond ring from JT Jewellery Theatre, Natkina and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 2 pearl and diamond ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 1764 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our 2 pearl and diamond ring for sale are for women, but there are 537 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 2 Pearl And Diamond Ring?

On average, a 2 pearl and diamond ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,756, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $225,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.