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Vintage Gold, 1990s Graduated Salt Pepper Faceted Diamond Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
natural seed pearls and a sturdy bolt ring clasp fastening, ensuring that this beautiful necklace stays
Category

Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14 kt. White gold floral design Earrings with Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
jewelry made of precious metals with natural diamonds, gemstones, pearls. In my store you will find rings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

New Mattioli Puzzle Arlecchino Small Earrings 18K Gold, Diamonds Shapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Sapphires Small Size Plus 2 pairs of Colored puzzles to your choice. Measure 15x18mm / 0.60x0.70in. Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

New Mattioli Puzzle Arlecchino Medium Earrings 18K Gold, Diamonds Shapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
/ 0.86x1.06in. Diamond Carats: 0.12 Puzzle pendants of mother of pearl you can choose between 25 colour palette
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Colombian Raymond Yard Diamond Pendant GIA Huge Vintage 12.09 Carats!
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Sylvania, GA
CARAT COLOMBIAN EMERALD AND DIAMOND PLATINUM PENDANT & CHAIN & BOX! RARE LUXURIOUS ANTIQUE PLATINUM
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Necklace Vintage Pendant Chain Fine Antique VS Huge 10.04 Carat
Located in Sylvania, GA
Antique Designer Jewelry, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Emerald Colombian Diamond Pendant Vintage GIA Cert Victorian VS Old Mine!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds, Fine Colombian Emeralds, Sapphires, and
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1870-1900 Four Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers/ 76 grams
Located in SE
1896 - 1908, A.P / likely Postnikov Andrey.M, factory of Gold, Silver and Bronze. No gilding. 2
Category

Antique 1870s Russian Russian Empire Barware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1987 USSR Russian Earrings Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold / 3.25gr
Located in SE
A pair of Vintage Russian Diamond Earrings with folding " Russian Locks ". Parts in solid 14K Rose
Category

Vintage 1980s Russian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

1903 Imperial Russian Earrings Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamonds 56 Gold / 5 gr
Located in SE
/ total ca. 3.38 ctw 2 natural Diamonds of old diamond cut : Ø 2.25mm / ca.0,06ct each / total ca. 0.12
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

1891 - 1894 Two Antique Russian Vodka Shots Beakers 84 Silver / 69 grams
Located in SE
, active between 1891 - 1896. Dated 1891. Maker not readable. 2) 1894. A shot of same unknown maker
Category

Antique 1890s Russian Russian Empire Barware

Materials

Silver

Antique Austrian Earrings natural 1ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 2.65 gr
Located in SE
A pair of old Austrian Diamond Earrings with folding Russian type hooks from ca. 1900s. Set of
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Earrings natural 2ctw Sapphire 0.25ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 4.3 gr.
Located in SE
A pair of fine 1950s- 1960s vintage European Sapphire and Diamonds flower studs in solid 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s European Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Earrings Studs with Sapphires and Multicolores Gemstones
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
: weight - 0.65 ct x 2 = 1.30 ct total. Light violet color, pearl cut, clarity good - small inclusions. 3
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold

18K Ruby Unheated AGL Diamond Necklace Pendant Vintage Natural Huge 14.58 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Designer Jewelry, Mikimoto Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Revival Platinum Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire Enamel Beads
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
round full cut diamonds (total weight approximately 3.38 carats). The necklace measures 44" x 1/2
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Vintage Earrings natural 4.5ct Sapphire 1.12ct Diamonds solid 18 Gold / 9gr
Located in SE
Sapphires 9 mm x 7 mm x 4.25 mm deep / ca 2.25ct each and total of 28 natural old European cut Diamonds Ø 2
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Earrings Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold /5.3 gr
Located in SE
. Each earring has nine diamonds, all brilliant cuts, gradually sized, five largest measuring ca. Ø 2 mm
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

18K Ruby Diamond GIA No Heat Necklace Pendant Vintage Red Natural 8.18 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents LUXURY. GIA ANTIQUE 18K NO HEAT RUBY DIAMOND 8.18 CARAT VINTAGE
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Marcus Co. 1910 Edwardian Bangle Bracelet In Platinum With 3.16 Ctw In Diamond
By Marcus Co.
Located in Miami, FL
color, VS-2 clarity. Birthstone: Diamonds for the month of April. Weight: 13.25 Grams, (8.49 Dwt
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

1887 Two Antique Russian 84 Sterling Silver Vodka Shots Beakers Jiggers /65grams
Located in SE
1877, in 1897 had 18 workers and 15 teenagers employed. 2) A shot 6.2 cm high x 3.4 cm opening x 3.2
Category

Antique 1870s Russian Russian Empire Barware

Materials

Silver

Vintage stud Earrings natural Ruby Diamonds solid18K Gold /4.7 gr
Located in SE
. 0.28ct each. Total weight of Rubies: ca. 0.9ctw Two larger brilliant cut Diamonds x Ø 2 mm / 0.04 ct
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Austrian Halo Earrings 1.5ctw Sapphires 0.6ctw Diamonds solid 14K/18KGold /3.2gr
Located in SE
Sapphire is surrounded with 8 old European cut diamonds Ø 2 mm / ca. 0.04 ct. each. Thus total diamonds
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Norway Boxed Spoons Set Ice -cream Coffee Enamel solid 830 Silver / 78gr
Located in SE
hallmarks that confirm solid 830 Silver alloy. Each spoon measures 10 cm long x 2 cm wide. All six weight
Category

Vintage 1910s Norwegian Art Deco Flatware and Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver, Gold-filled

Antique French Dangle Earrings natural 2ctw Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold /3.2 gr
Located in SE
A pair of French dangles in 14K Rose Gold with folding hooks and a bit off round rose cut Diamonds
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Antique Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Emerald Earrings Diamond Vintage Certified GIA Natural VS Giant 24.12 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
always in Style! 2 GIA Certified Natural Transparent Undyed Emeralds Approx: 18.08 Carats 46 Diamonds
Category

20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Earrings 0.45ctw Diamond solid 14K Rose Gold / 5 gr
Located in SE
brilliant cut Diamonds . Hallmarked 585. 2 x Ø 3.5 mm /ca. 0.17 ct each and 6 x Ø 1.5 mm /ca. 0,015ct each
Category

Vintage 1950s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 kt white gold Diamond earrings studs with 4.5 carat Red Tourmaline
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
diamonds, gemstones, pearls. In my store you will find rings, earrings, necklaces, brooches, tie clips
Category

2010s European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Tsarist Dangle Earrings Sapphires Diamonds 56 / 14K Gold Silver/ 12gr
Located in SE
/0.07ct. each. There rest of the Diamonds Ø2- 1mm.Total weight: about 2 ctw.All stones with open backs
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

1986 USSR Ukrainian Earrings Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold / 3.32gr
Located in SE
x 7mm x 4mm deep. Natural brilliant cut Diamonds. On both : two larger Ø 2 mm / 0.03ct each
Category

Antique 1880s Ukrainian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris 1940 Art Deco Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Coral Onyxes
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
spring security ring lock is Installed with another secondary double chain for extra safety. Diamonds
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Bow Brooch in Platinum with 3.35 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
center in a millegrain bezel setting, with 1 Old European round diamond of 1.15 carats, K color, VS-2
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
. There are 20 rose cut Diamonds, mostly white colored measuring Ø 2 mm / ca.0.05 ct each + 3 on the bail
Category

Antique 1850s European Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver

MUGHAL Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 20.68 Ctw In Diamonds Carved Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
total weight of about 1.32 carats, J/K color, VS-2 clarity Diamonds: Mount in a pave setting, with an
Category

1990s Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Antique German boxed Earrings 0.9ctw Diamonds solid 16K Gold Silver / 5.12gr
Located in SE
Ø 2 mm each /0.04 ct each. Total weight of Diamonds: ca. 0.9 ctw Weight: 5.12 grams pair Used, in
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
oval diamond cut Sapphires of light Blue Color : (1) 6mm x 4.5 mm/ ca. 0.75ct , (2) 5.75mm x 4. 75mm
Category

Vintage 1930s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver

Antique Earrings natural 4.3 ctw Green Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver / 10 gr
Located in SE
Old European Diamond Earrings with Silver over 18K Gold designed and hand - crafted ca. late 18th
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Antique Early 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Halo stud Earrings 1ctw. natural Ruby 0.65ctw. Diamonds 18K Gold/3.9gr
Located in SE
inclusions are clearly visible in the images. Each Ruby is surrounded with 8 old European cut diamonds Ø 2
Category

Vintage 1950s English Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Wedderien 1928 Art Deco Carved Jade Clip Platinum 12.51 Cts Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
. Diamonds: Mount with 22 round European cut diamonds, 0.55 carats, white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Pl...

GIA Sapphire NO Heat Diamond 14K Pendant Vintage Necklace 18K Chain 5.46 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents INTAGE LUXURY HUGE GIA 5.46 CARAT UNHEATED SAPPHIRE DIAMOND
Category

20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch 1ctw Ruby 1ctw Emeralds 0.56 ctw Diamonds /7.6gr
Located in SE
mm / 0.08ct. Total weight ca. 1 ct. Fifteen rose-cut Diamonds Ø 2 mm / ca.0.04 ct each. Total weight
Category

Vintage 1950s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled

Antique Bracelet 5.5 ct Sapphire 2.3ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum /17.7cm/9.4gr
Located in SE
Platinum with natural and untreated Blue Sapphire and 20 old diamond-cut Diamonds. All stones have their
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Ruby NO HEAT Sapphire Diamond Antique Platinum Earrings 18K Mine 7.78 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Designer Jewelry, Mikimoto Pearls, Fine Tahitian Pearls, Black Opals, Natural Rubies, Miners Cut Diamonds
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique German Earrings natural 1.2 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 3.6 gr
Located in SE
A pair of old German Diamond Earrings with folding hooks from ca 1920s - 1930s. No hallmarks, and
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

1975 Vintage USSR Ukraine Earrings Diamond solid 14K Rose White Gold /6.1 gr
Located in SE
earring's 6 mm deep . Two claw set Russian Diamonds x Ø 3.5 mm /ca. 0.17 ct each and four pave set x Ø 2 mm
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Vintage 1970s Ukrainian Russian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Located in SE
. Diamonds of Rose cut, gradual sized, 2 largest ca. Ø 3 mm/ 0.11 ct each ,total weight ca 1.5 ctw . All
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby AA Akoya Stud-Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Earrings, Weight 3.85 g, Post 1mm. 2- Akoya Pearl - 1.08g 10 -Ruby 0.66ct 2 -Diamond 0.02ct Screw Catches
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2010s Russian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

French 1940s Multi Precious Stones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Painter s Palette Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
brilliant-cut and one baguette-cut diamonds, 2 fancy-cut and cabochon-cut garnets, and a supposedly fine
Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire,...

1916 Baron von Leuhusen Cigarette Box Silver 0.85 ct Sapphire Gold /132gr
Located in SE
introduced in 1647 2/3 under the current no. 324. His son, the court marshal Petter Leuhusen (1649–1726), was
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Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Antique Russain Imperial Cigarette Tobacco case box solid 84 Silver 202 gr
Located in SE
. Measurements: 11 cm x 7.5 cm x 2 mm thick. Weight: 202 gr Fine-used condition, thick-walled piece with secure
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Aesthetic Movement Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver

Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box
Located in Miami, FL
while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and
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Antique Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Paul Eaton Sculpted Miniature Setter Head in Sterling Silver Charm or Pendant
Located in Charleston, SC
1/2”h x ½”d IN STOCK England’s Paul Eaton is possibly the world’s best miniature sculptor of dogs
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2010s English Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, 9k ...

Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
German natural Seed pearls and Diamond pendant made in ca. early 1900s. Vague hallmarks on the
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver

Antique 17th ct. Cross Crucifix Diamonds 19K Yellow Gold / 9 gr
Located in SE
Diamonds, all of table cut about 2 ctw. Hand - engraved decorations on the back side. Back side is a bit
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Antique Late 17th Century European Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique European Earrings natural Emeralds solid 18K Gold / 4.51 gr
Located in SE
measure Ø10 mm x 8.5 mm deep. Larger Emeralds Ø 2.5mm/ca 0.08 ct each , smaller Ø 2 mm / 0.04 ct each
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Paul Eaton Hand Carved Miniature Pug Sterling Silver Charm or Pendant
Located in Charleston, SC
stones. Stones as eyes can be added with diamonds, cognac diamonds or Tsavorite ($150 extra). This allows
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Tsavorite, Other, 18k Gold, 9k G...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
motif Vintage Carved Mint Vintage Jade 9 carats Natural Multi Color Sapphire from Sri Lankan 2 carats
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20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Jade, Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapp...

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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.