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Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 2.5 Ct. Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
clarity diamonds 2.5 carat square cut emerald  Hand made with 18k yellow gold and platinum  Ring size
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural 8 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Natural 8 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate A classic design
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18K White Gold 8.09 Ct Zambian Emerald Engagement Ring with Halo 1.55 Ct Diamond
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cut diamond set in center with diamond halo around making an exquisite emerald cocktail ring. Emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pear 5.85 Ct Emerald Eternity 0.85 Ct Diamond Accents 18k White Gold Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Pear 5.85 Ct Emerald Eternity 0.85 Ct Diamond Accents 18k White Gold Band Ring This eternity band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

HARAKH 3 3/4 CT Natural Colorless Diamond Emerald Gemstone Cluster Pendant
By Harakh
Located in New York, NY
Cascade Collection are studded with 3 pear-cut emeralds, 9 rose-cut pear diamonds, and 5 brilliant-cut
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Carat White Gold Emerald Cut Emerald Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Cut Emerald Pendant Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

6.5 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and 2.4 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
6.5 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 2.4 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum Size 5 Colombian
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Featuring a vibrant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Pear 5.85 Ct Emerald Eternity 0.85 Ct Diamond Accents 14k White Gold Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Pear 5.85 Ct Emerald Eternity 0.85 Ct Diamond Accents 14k White Gold Band Ring This eternity band
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Earrings Emerald Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 4.00 Ct. Earrings Size :- 17 mm approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Earrings Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 4.00 Ct. Earrings Size :- 17 mm approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

11 Ct Pear Shape Zambian Natural Emerald 17 Ct Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 11 Ct Pear Shape Zambian Natural Emerald & approximately 17 Ct Diamond Necklace 18
Category

Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Emerald Strong Amazing Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is emerald about 5 ct. Ring size is US 6.25 We can make any
Category

2010s European Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

9 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 9 Carat Emerald cut Emeralds & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 7 & 1/2
Category

2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 8ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Unisex ring Approximately8 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald GIA certified , F2 GIA
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.5ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring 18kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Unisex ring Approximately 2.5 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald GIA certified , F2
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 0.85 Ct. (AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 AND COLOR H-I) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 1.75 Ct. Ring Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.06 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Birthstone Wedding Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.06 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Birthstone Wedding Ring The focal point of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
5.06 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 7.7 grams
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

4.26 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Mine Emerald Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
yellow gold ring setting. This ring features 2 emerald cut diamond side stones flaking the emerald center
Category

2010s Colombian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald 0.45 ct Green Translucent Enamel Ring 18kt Yellow Gold with 8 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
enamel: Emerald green Diamonds: 8 diamonds; together 0,06 ct Gemstones / Pearls: Emerald Dimensions
Category

2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel

25 Ct Natural Carved Emerald 10 Ct Diamond Art Deco Style 18 KW Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 25 Ct Natural Carved leaves Emerald & 10 Ct Diamond Art Deco Style 18 Karat White
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

3.38 Ct Zambian Emerald 2.45 Ct SI/H Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.38 Ct Zambian Emerald 2.45 Ct SI/H Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold At the heart of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

5.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds: approximate 1.5 Carat Emerald: 5.5 ct Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quality
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This classic emerald
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.38 Ct Zambian Emerald 2.45 Ct SI/H Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.38 Ct Zambian Emerald 2.45 Ct SI/H Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold At the heart of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold At the center lies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Featuring a vibrant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

3 Ct Natural Zambian Emeralds and 1.2 Ct Diamond Ring in 14 karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
brilliant cut round diamonds which has amazing sparkle Total diamond weight approximately 1.2 ct Ring size
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.0 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Designer Doris Panos s Ring
By Doris Panos
Located in New York, NY
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate with no color enhancement. The ring is made of 18 Karat white
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 99.50 Zambian Emeralds 9.05 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Parure
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
, amazing color , and natural diamonds in round brilliant cut of 7,45 carats,F/VS and 5 pieces of authentic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Gemstone Cuff Ring Pear Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Gross Wt. :- 3.47 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.17 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.37 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Zambian Emerald Cuff Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 1.02 Ct. Ring Size :- 7 US All size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Zambian Emerald Cuff Ring Emerald Cut Diamond 14 Karat Yellow White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Natural Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 1.02 Ct. Ring Size :- 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

2 Carat Natural Square Emerald 0.65 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
2 Carat Natural Square Emerald & 0.65 Ct Diamond Ring In Platinum size 3.75 i am selling this
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

10.4 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings 1.45 Ct Diamond 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
10.4 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings 1.45 Ct Diamond 14k White Gold These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

10.4 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings 1.45 Ct Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
10.4 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings 1.45 Ct Diamond 18k White Gold These earrings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

18 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 18 Carat Emerald cut Emeralds & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 7 & 1/2
Category

2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 28 Ct Emerald Cabochon Diamond Drops Hanging Earrings 14 KYG
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 28 Ct Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Drops Hanging Earrings 14 KYG This exquisite pair
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald 1 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
1.2 Ct Finest Emerald in Pear Shape & 1 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5 A Classic, ring Pear
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Tension Set Platinum Wedding band with Emerald Cut diamond
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Tension set wedding band in a brushed satin platinum finish, featuring a tension set emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
2 Ct Finest Zambian Pear Emerald & 2 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7. This classic ring
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

2.06 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Birthstone Wedding Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.06 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Birthstone Wedding Ring The focal point of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

5.32 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring 0.6 Ct. Diamond 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
5.32 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring 0.6 Ct. Diamond 14k White Gold This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

5.32 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring 0.6 Ct. Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
5.32 Carat Zambian Emerald Gemstone Cocktail Ring 0.6 Ct. Diamond 18k White Gold This ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural 16 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Ring in 14kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural 16 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14Kt White Gold A classic design
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural 13 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Ring in 14kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural 13 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14Kt White Gold A classic design
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.2Ct Natural Brazilin Marquise Emerald 0.40 Ct Diamond Clipon Earring 18 KYG
Located in New York, NY
Emerald is approximately 2.2 ct Diamonds : Brilliant cut diamonds approximately 0.40ct Brilliant cut
Category

2010s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

0.95 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 1.67 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 1.49 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.95 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.36 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 1.99 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified 5 Ct. Mozambique Ruby VIVID Red Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent emerald and diamond pendant necklace, by Cecile Blake, features a detachable
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.41 Ct Octagonal Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3.41 Ct Octagonal Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Extra Fine
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

4.5 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and 1.4 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
4.5 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White gold Ring Estate piece Natural
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Cut Emerald Pendant Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry This necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

1.06 Ct Emerald Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold Gift for Her
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. : 1.06 carat Ring Size :- 7 US & All size FOLLOW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Handmade 2.86 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Elegant drop pendant featuring two vibrant emerald-cut natural emeralds totaling 2.86 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

AIG Certified 13.00 Carat Zambian Emeralds 2.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Bracelet
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
gold with 5 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds of 13,00 carat, in perfect oval/cabochon cut, stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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.