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GIA Certified 6 Ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing a breathtaking natural emerald cut diamond, certified by GIA weighing an impressive 6
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.11 Ct Emerald Cut Emerald 0.49 Ct Diamond Bypass Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
3.11 Ct Finest Emerald in Emerald cut Shape & 0.49 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 6.25 Its a
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum Size 6
Located in New York, NY
**4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum Size 6** A classic ring
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6 Stone GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamonds 0.30 Ct Each Ring in Platinum
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
6 stone GIA Certified Emerald cut diamonds 0.30ct each ring in Platinum 6 stones TCW: 1.84ct Each
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 8 Ct Natural Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Pendant, 14KWG Chain
Located in New York, NY
Cut Zambian Emerald Pendant with approximately 0.65 ct of diamond Halo with 14 Karat White Gold
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bespoke Platinum GIA 2.98 CT E VS1 Emerald Round Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Stunning GIA Certified 2.01 Carat white color E, clarity VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond which is set
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphi...

GIA 6 Carat Certified Emerald Cut Diamond Natural Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This eye-catching 6 ct GIA certified oval cut diamond has perfect F color, a completely eye clean
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA 3.60 Ct. Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
2.01 ct emerald cut diamond graded G in color and VS2 in clarity. Its beauty is enhanced by very
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 6 Ct. Natural Emerald and Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
emerald are two G-color, VS2 clarity diamonds, cut in elegant trillion shapes. Their bright, white
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Natural 3 Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring + Diamond 14 K White Gold, Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Natural 3 Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Ring + Diamond 14 K White Gold, Vintage Size 6 A classic
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.5 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald 2 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Natural 1.5 Ct Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 2 Ct Natural Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring size 6
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exclusive Certified Ct 6, 74 of Zambia Emerald and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
So beautiful design in 18k gold with natural Zambia emerald pear cut ct 6,74 and natural diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Exclusive Certified Ct 6, 74 of Zambia Emerald and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
So beautiful design in 18k gold with natural Zambia emerald pear cut ct 6,74 and natural diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diana M Platinum GIA Certified 11.26 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Cut Diamonds D-F Color and VVS-VS Clarity. Total of 15 Stones, Size 6
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
2.00 Ct Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 1 emerald surrounded by 16 marquise cut diamonds set in
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Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Baguette Burst 2.18 Ct 14 K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Corielle
Located in New Hope, PA
design features a refined emerald-cut genuine diamond center stone surrounded by a radiant burst of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

4.20 Ct 3 Row Asscher Cut Square Emerald Cut Diamond Anniversary Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asscher Cut (Square Emerald Cut) Diamonds Set in Shared Prong Mode. The diamonds are VS Clarity E to F
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

5.31 Ct 3 Row Asscher Cut Square Emerald Cut Diamond Anniversary Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asscher Cut (Square Emerald Cut) Diamonds Set in Shared Prong Mode. The diamonds are VS Clarity E to F
Category

2010s American Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Certified 6.81 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Certified emerald cut natural Colombian emerald of 6.81 Ct (10.93 mm. x 10.63 mm. – 2 trillion cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.50 Ct. Emerald Cut Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
trapezoid diamonds to create the illusion of a single big emerald cut. The ring is set with baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

5.82 Ct Natural Colombian Cushion Cut Emerald 3 Ct RoseCut Diamond Ring 18 Kt
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 5.82 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald & 3 Ct Rose cut Yellow
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 3.67 Ct Emerald Drop 2.20 Ct Diamond Long eardrops
Located in Napoli, IT
1.92 Ct (9 x 5 – 9 x 6 mm.) – 88 brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx 2.20 Ct (G/VVS) Measures: 42 x
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Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 6 Ct Zambian Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18Kt W Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pear Cut Emeralds weighing approximately 6 carats are surrounded by brilliant round cut diamonds
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K gold 13.70 ct. Ethiopia Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond cocktail ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond cocktail ring set in 18K white gold. The emerald is
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

24 Ct Emerald cut Checker Board Citrine Diamonds Cocktail Ring 14 KYG, Estate
Located in New York, NY
24 Ct Emerald cut Checker Board Citrine Diamonds Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, Estate
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.58 Carat Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald 0.8 Ct Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Extra Fine Colombian Emerald Ring . Size 6 3.58 Carat Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald & 0.80 Ct
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 6 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional three-stone ring features a vivid 6.11 carat cushion-cut emerald, certified by GIA
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

AIG Certified 5.72 Ct Colombia Emeralds 5.41 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Bracelet
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
pieces of Colombian Emeralds , fine quality, 5,72 carats in perfect cut , amazing color, and 209 pieces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

6x8mm Oval Cut Natural Emerald 1 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring size6
Located in New York, NY
6x8mm Oval Cut Natural Emerald & 1 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring size 6 in 14 K white
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Cushion Brilliant Cut 9.08 CT Emerald and 5.36 CTW Diamond Ring
Located in Stuart, FL
diamonds. Total item weight is 16.4 Grams. Comes with AJI Certification. Emerald Attributes: Shape and cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.72 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Dangle Earrings
By Hakimi s Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
These stunning 1.72 ct emerald cut diamond dangle earrings feature a total of 6 diamonds, including
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.5 ct Marquise Cut Emerald and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
illuminating diamonds making a statement. Marquise cut Emerald and Diamond Push back Stud earrings in 18K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

AIG Certified 11.70 Ct Zambian Emeralds 7.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Unique and elegant Emeralds and Diamonds earrings. The emeralds are arranged in the shape of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Platinum 3.76 ct. Emerald and diamond ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Platinum 3.76 ct. Emerald and .22 ct. Diamond Ring A striking platinum ring set with a combination
Category

2010s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.92 ct Brilliant Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Loop Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
- 0.92 ct > Gemstone pcs - 1 > Gemstone shape - Pear > Gemstone size - 8 x 6 mm > Diamond weight - 0.4 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Ct 1.32 Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
6.01 mm.) Complementary Diamonds are 1.0 Ct total of bright white old European cut Diamonds G VVS/VS/SI
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Pendant 3 Ct 0.41 Ct White Gold Panjshir Afghanistan Great Color
Located in Viena, Viena
decorated with diamonds in halo style, a fine emerald (oiled) approx. 2.13 ct, intensive color quality, AAA
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 4.67 ct. Fine Colombian Emerald Diamond 18K Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
rectangular cut Emerald in the center with three round diamonds on each side. The 4.67 carat center green
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 kt. Solid Gold Ring with 2.36 ct. Diamonds and 2 ct. Emerald
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant cut diamonds E/F VVS together 2.36 ct. in total. Emerald: 6 beautiful colour and quality pear
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20th Century European Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

2.5 Ct Pink Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire 2.8 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring S6
Located in New York, NY
The 2.5 Ct Pink Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & 2.8 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring in Size 6 is a
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Natural 1.21 Ct Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant stud earrings features 2 natural emerald cut rubies totaling 1.21 carats, set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

British .50 Ct. Diamond Emerald Sapphire 18 KT Eternity ring
Located in Napoli, IT
diamonds totaling approx .25 Ct – 3 round faceted cut natural emeralds totaling approx .10 Ct- 3 round
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6 #14334
Located in Washington Depot, CT
features one square cut emerald and two baguette diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold. Width: 6 mm
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

GIA 12.49 ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Emerald cut Emerald, weighing 12.49 carats, accented by Square cut and Shield cut Diamonds on the side
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18Kt White Gold Flower Brooch with 2.94 Ct Diamonds and 1.60 Ct Emeralds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
. Total diamond weight 6 = 1.90 carats Total diamond weight 98 = 2.04 carats Total emerald weight 25
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2010s American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christopher Designs Crisscut Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring with 1.06 Ct
By Christopher Designs
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Christopher Designs Crisscut® Engagement Ring with 1.06 ct Emerald Crisscut® Diamond center
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco style Platinum Diamond and Emerald Cluster Ring, 1.54 ct. Central Stone
Located in Braintree, GB
, 1.54 ct Surrounding stones: 9 round brilliant-cut diamonds, total 0.07 ct Combined total diamond weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

AIG Certified 18.00 Carat Zambian Emeralds 4.50 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds , in perfect cabochon/pear cut , fine quality, of 14,15 carats , and 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

58 Ct. Emerald Baguette Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Square-cut emeralds, baguette-cut diamonds, platinum emeralds: 26 square-cut with approximate
Category

2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 56 Ct Zambian Emerald 38 Ct Diamond Fringe Necklace 18KWG Bridal
Located in New York, NY
, and Oval-cut emeralds. A magnificent Emerald and diamond fringe necklace, Vivid green emeralds spaced
Category

Early 2000s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

12 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon 4 Ct Diamond Stud Earring 14 KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
. Brilliant cut round Diamonds around the stones. each emerald is surrounded by 2 ct of round brilliant cut
Category

2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Derby, NY
Ring Size : 6 Brand : Estate Center Stone : Stone Type : Tourmaline Center Stone : Shape : Emerald Cut
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

1960 Illario IGI Certified 1.33 ct Kashmir Sapphire Emerald Diamond Ring
By Illario
Located in Valenza, IT
, two hand carved elements in Panjshir emerald weighing 2.60 ct, 30 natural white diamond weighing
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

12 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon 4 Ct Diamond Stud Earring 14 KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
cut round Diamonds around the stones. each emerald is surrounded by 2 ct of round brilliant cut
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

18kt White Gold Ring with Square Emerald Cut and Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diamonds: 6 emerald cut diamonds ( 2.4 Ct.) , 18 brilliant cut diamonds (0,9 Ct) Top Quality ! Colour : D/E
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

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
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Ethiopian Opal Earrings with 3.80 ct Diamonds Chandelier Shape UNIQUE
Located in Viena, Viena
emerald clusters, 16 yellow old-cut diamonds and 16 white diamonds total approx. 3.50-3.80 ct, great
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver

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6 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 6 ct emerald cut diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 55 antique edition and 147 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 6 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 6 ct emerald cut diamond has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by David Jerome, Hancocks and Tiffany Co. are consistently popular. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 6 ct emerald cut diamond for sale are for women, but there are 53 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 6 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond?

On average, a 6 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.