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Emerald Diamond Elephant Pendant in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Weight - 1.1 ct Stone pieces - 2 Stone Size - 7 x 5, 2.5 mm Stone Shape - Pear, Marquise Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Exquisite 18kt Solid White Gold Emerald And Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
capacity of the person. Designed with octagon cut emerald set in between with diamonds that makes it a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14 K Gold Ring with Emerald, Diamonds and Sapphires
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
gold Weight: 1.4 g. Central stone: Natural emerald Weight - 0.40 ct, emerald cut, color - green
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Gold Ring with Marquise Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
- green Marquise cut, 0.70 ct. in total. Clarity: Transparent with inclusions Surrounding stone - diamonds
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier GIA Certified 10.29 Carat I VS2 Emerald Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
VS2 emerald cut diamond is custom set in a handcrafted Cartier platinum ring. The 10.29 carat emerald
Category

2010s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

5.22 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Certified Diamonds) Emerald Weight :- 5.22 ct.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

18k Ring White Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Pear Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - Thickness :- * MM. - Diamond Cut :- Round - Total Diamond :- 0.86 Ct. - Qty of Diamonds :- 149 Pcs - Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Bridal Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, White Gold

18k Ring Yello Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Oval Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pcs - Diamond Size :- 1.1 MM. x 82 Pcs / 1.2 MM. x 16 Pcs - Gemstone :- Oval Cut ( Emerald ) ( 7 X 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Wedding Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

6.72 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
:- 0.65 ct. Emerald Weight :- 6.72 ct.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

2.36 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
. (Si Clarity Hi Color Certified Diamonds) Emerald Weight :- 2.36 ct. Bracelet Length: 7 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

9.26 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight :- 3.60 ct. (Certified Si Clarity Hi Color Diamonds) Emerald Weight :- 9.26 ct. Earrings Length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

31.05 Carat Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Diamond 31.05 Ct Emerald Necklace Size 16 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Ring with Baguette Emeralds and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
: weight - 0.04 ct (2 pieces x 0.02 ct), G/VS1, brilliant cut. 💍Processing time for custom item takes: 5
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18.79 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight 3.60 ct. Emerald Weight 18.79 ct.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

David Webb Platinum Emerald and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Braintree, GB
) • Emeralds: Natural Colombian cabochon-cut emeralds — approx. 3 ct and 5 ct per earring (total approx. 16
Category

Vintage 1970s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

9.40 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Leaf Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Yellow Gold Weight :- 13.50 gm Diamond Weight :- 3.50 ct. Emerald Weight :- 9.40 ct. Earrings Length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

3.80 Carat Diamond Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Diamond Weight :- 3.80 ct. Emerald Weight :- 3.50 ct. Necklace Size: 16 inches Pendant Size :- 68.50 x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

1.27 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
4.41 gm 18k White Gold Weight 4.07 gm Diamond Weight 0.45 ct. Emerald Weight 1.27 ct. Ring Size 7 us
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

3.35 Carat Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Kite Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight :- 25.22 gm 14k Yellow Gold Weight :- 24.39 gm Diamond Weight :- 0.80 ct. Emerald Weight :- 3.35
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
diameter – 2 round and 7 emerald cut natural emeralds totalling approx 1.40 Ct – 5 old mine and 31 rose cut
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Inspired 13.58 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, these earrings reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Oval Emerald, Sapphire and Diamonds 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
cut, aprox 0.80 ct Clarity: Transparent with inclusions Surrounding stones: diamonds 0.01x2=0.02 ct
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold

18K White Gold Zambian Emerald Diamond Five-Stone Ring Band
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
. DETAILS • Metal: 18K White Gold (6.80 grams) • Main Stones: 5 Natural Zambian Emeralds, Cushion Cut
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.60 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight 1.20 ct. Emerald Weight 4.60 ct. Earrings Size 15.37 x 14.09 mm Diamond SI/HI
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Cocktail Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Colombian octagonal Emerald in the center, of great quality, weighing ct 4.28 carat and surrounded by 4.80
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire Gemstone Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
) Gross Wt. :- 3.72 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.76 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.71 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Gemstone Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
-24509A Gross Wt. :- 4.33 gm 18k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 3.37 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.71 Ct. ( AVERAGE
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

22.28 Carat Zambian Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
. (G-H/VS1/ROUND BRILLIANT CUT) Emerald Weight :- 22.28 ct.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

14 K Gold Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
cut, color - bluish green Clarity: Transparent with inclusions. Surrounding stone: Diamonds: 0.08 ct
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

14 K Gold Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
14 K Gold Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
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14K White Gold 1.53TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.53TCW Three Stone Zambian Emerald with Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry This exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

18K White Gold 1.53TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.53TCW Three Stone Zambian Emerald with Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Jewelry This exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

8.70 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Total Weight :- 8.41 gm 18k Yellow Gold Weight :- 6.19 gm Diamond Weight :- 2.40 ct. Zambian Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carats Diamond Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
White Gold Weight :- 6.35 gm Diamond Weight :- 1.25 ct. Emerald Weight: 0.90 ct. Ring Size: 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Floral Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
approximately 3.50 ct and 252 brillinat cut diamonds of circa 5 ct, H color and vs clarity. This stunning
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

4.80 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
emerald and illuminated with 3.40 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

14k Gold Ring with Emerald, Pearls and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
: 2.5 g. Depends from size. Central stone: Natural emerald Cut: Oval Weight: approx 0.70 ct. (6 x 4 mm
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

18 kt. Gold Ring Himalayan Afghanistan Emerald Diamonds, Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Comes with GRS Certificate, looks to us like 4 to 5 Ct ! Diamonds: Princess cut diamonds together 2.64
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

4.16 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Double Hoop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
. Composition Gross Weight :- 10.25 gm 18k White Gold Weight :- 9.10 gm Diamond Weight :- 1.60 ct. Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

6.05 Carat Diamond Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Maharaja Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning brooch set in 1.60 carats emerald and 6.05 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

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

1970 Vintage Diamond Emerald Braclet 18 K brushed white Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
An elegant 18 K brushed white Gold Bracelet featuring 5 vivid emerald cut Emeralds weihing
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

16.00 Carat Emerald Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight - 44.57 grams 14k Gold - 40.25 grams 5.60 Ct Diamond 16 Ct Turquoise & Emerald Pendant Size 41.66
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

2.09 Carat Emerald Baguette Diamond 10 Karat White Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
White Gold Weight :- 3.646 gm Diamond Weight :- 0.68 ct. (Si Clarity Hi Color ) Emerald Weight: 2.09 ct.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold

3.27 Carat Emerald 3.60 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
. Composition Gross Weight :- 5.96 gm 14k White Gold Weight :- 4.59 gm Diamond Weight :- 3.60 ct. Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Pendant with Opal, Emerald and Diamonds, Chameleon Pendant
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
, transparent, 0.50 ct. Emerald: round cut, green color, transparent with inclusions, 0.08 ct. Diamonds: round
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

20.68 Carat Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Choker Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
upon request. Composition Size - 406 MM Gold Weight - 34.924 gm Emerald - 20.68 Ct Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Modern Solid 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Wedding Party Ring, Emerald Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
- Pear Gemstone Pcs - 6 Stone Size - 5 x 3 mm Diamond Weight - 0.85 ct Diamond Size - 1.5 mm Gross
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

0.30 Ct Fine Natural Ruby 2 Ct Finest Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
alongside 2 Carats of brilliant cut and Pear shape diamonds set in lustrous white gold. This ring stands as
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Olive Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
- approx 0.70 ct. Oval cut, green color, transparent Diamonds: 3 pieces, weight - 0.03 ct total (0.01 ct x
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
your creativity. Designed with marquise cut emerald in center and halo of diamonds that makes it a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.39 Carat SI/H Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 5.95 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 5.67 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.39 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold 1.39 Carat SI/H Marquise Emerald Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 4.8 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 4.53 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.39 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Statement 15.77TCW Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Wedding Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 31.48 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 10.88 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Galaxy Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
customized or redesigned. Composition Size - 45X55 MM Gold Weight - 24.165 gm Emerald (2.05 Ct) Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold "Leaf"Pendant with Natural Emerald and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
: approx 0.70 ct. Color: Green Clarity: Transparent with inclusions Diamonds: G/VS1, brilliant cut, weight
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Natural Zambian Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 9.85 Ct. ✦ Sizing ..................... We
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

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5 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 5 ct emerald cut diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 55 vintage editions and 147 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 5 ct emerald cut diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing 5 ct emerald cut diamond — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Jerome, Hancocks and Tiffany Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our 5 ct emerald cut diamond for sale are for women, but there are 53 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 5 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond?

On average, a 5 ct emerald cut diamond at 1stDibs sells for $10,750, while they’re typically $616 on the low end and $4,450,000 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.