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Cartier Paris Art Deco Enamel Diamond Gold Platinum Vanity Case
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
lines of millegrain-set rose and emerald-cut diamonds, enhanced with palmette motifs and diamond
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Catalan Art Deco: Gold, Blue Spinel, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Brooch
Located in Barcelona, ES
A highly decorative gold brooch, from the Noucentismo period. An emerald cut blue spinel at its
Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Spinel, 18k Gold

Art Deco Inspired Emerald Ring
Located in Dubai, AE
"vintage charm" is recreated with an intricate black enamel inlay interlocked with brilliant-cut round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold, Enamel and Gem-Set Tiger Brooch
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
platinum accented by circular-cut diamonds. Signed "WEBB" for David Webb Two pear-shaped cabochon emerald
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Panther Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York City, NY
. The eyes are two cabochon emeralds and the nose is applied with black enamel. Signed Van Cleef
Category

Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Diamond

Stephen Webster Vertigo Losing Perspective 18 Carat Gold and Spinel Pinky Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
illusion of depth and dimension. The ring features an emerald-cut black spinel and black enamel set in 18ct
Category

2010s British Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Stephen Webster Vertigo Losing Perspective 18 Carat Gold and Spinel Signet Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
illusion of depth and dimension. The ring features an emerald-cut black Spinel and black enamel set in 18ct
Category

2010s British Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold 0.07 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel Ring
Located in Hartman, AR
14K Gold 0.07 ct Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel Ring This ring was made with quality materials
Category

2010s Turkish Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Emerald Diamond Black Enamel Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Art Deco Revival Platinum Emerald Diamond Black Enamel Ring. The ring is in excellent estate
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Goshwara Emerald, Diamonds and Black Enamel Ring
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ring with Diamonds and Black Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'G-One' Collection. Our G-One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Diamond Emerald Cut and White Diamond Rounds in 18 Karat and Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in a handcrafted 18k and black enamel mounting size 11.75. The proportions of this emerald cut are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Pinstripe Strength Emerald Solitaire Knifedge Diamond and Black Enamel Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Significant emerald cut Emerald solitaire set in a pinstripe pattern with brilliant cut diamonds
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

Van Cleef Arpels emerald diamonds black enamel Pony brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
diamonds. The hooves are black enameled. Signed VCA and numbered. Eagle head and Péry et Fils maker's
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

1.63 carats, natural Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern stye, Emerald & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Mid-19th Century Step Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Enamelled Cluster
Located in London, GB
gold with black enamel. In the centre rests a vibrant 0.44ct step cut emerald in an open-backed rubover
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

David Webb Gold and Black Enamel Tiger Bracelet with Diamonds and Emeralds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and black enamel with round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing
Category

Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Emerald Black Enamel Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald Black Enamel Diamond Drop Earrings This design of Drop Earrings was made in 14K White Gold
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Goshwara Emerald Cushion and Diamond with Black Enamel Stud Earrings
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Cushion And Diamond Studs With Black Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Queen' Collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Emerald, Diamond and Enamel Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Nantucket, MA
cut diamonds with black enamel interspersed. Post also features round faceted diamonds in a pave
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

4.92 carats, natural Zambian Emeralds, Black Enamel Diamonds Stud Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald & Black Enamel Earrings set in 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enameled Diamond and Emerald Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
delicate close-backed Rose Cut diamond, four decorative gold swirls topped in striking black enamel, a
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Enamel

Memento Diamond Emerald and Black and White enamel Butterfly Ring in White Gold
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
collection is a luxurious and modern representation of classical motifs. This collection features diamond
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Enamel

Vintage Emerald, Diamond and Black Enamel Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This vintage c.1950s ring, crafted in platinum and diamonds with black enamel accents, is designed
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds, Emeralds, Black Enamel Tiger Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
estimated 1.80ctw F-G/VS in round brilliant cut diamonds and two pear cut emeralds. It measures 12mm wide
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco style Turquoise, Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and unique, Art Deco style, Emerald, Turquoise & Black Enamel Cocktail Ring set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, 4.51 carats, Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco style, natural Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, art deco style, Emerald & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco style Colombian Emerald Sugarloaf, Black Enamel Diamond Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald & Black Enamel Stud Earrings set in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

2.56 carats Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel Diamonds Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Gemstone Weight: 2.56 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Natural Diamond ✦ Gemstone Cut: Emerald ✦ Diamond Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Leopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds, Emeralds, Black Enamel Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
round Diamonds, Emerald eyes, and black enamel. Sweet and romantic this Leopard brooch will start
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel

13.65Carat Tourmaline, Emerald 2.56, Black Enamel Diamonds Chandelier Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and Art Deco style, Emerald and Tourmaline, Black Enamel Chandelier / Dangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Enameled Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
Emerald Cut emerald stone, held within an 8-prong setting and surrounded by a glittering diamond encrusted
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Frascarolo Diamond Emerald Enamel Gold Tiger Clip Brooch
By Frascarolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frascarolo diamond emerald enamel and yellow gold figural tiger clip/brooch. * SPECIFICATIONS
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Enamel Tiger Head Cufflinks
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
, making them a prized addition to any fine jewelry collection. 4 emerald eyes with diamond accents Black
Category

Vintage 1980s German Cufflinks

Materials

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

Carved Coral Diamond Emerald with Black Enamel Dangle Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, emeralds and black enamel. Create your signature look with these lovely earrings. Earrings Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Pinstripe Strength Emerald(3.74ct) Knifedge Diamond Enamel Ring One of a Kind
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Significant emerald cut Emerald solitaire set in a pinstripe pattern with brilliant cut diamonds
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

David Webb Diamond Emerald Enamel Foxy Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Stunning brooch designed as a black enamel fox, with marquise-cut emerald eyes and circular-cut
Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Retro Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Enamel Baby Cheetah Cat Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
. Retro style diamond & emerald, cheetah motif inspired design, with black enamel accents all over the
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Italian Enamel Emerald Diamond Gold Tiger Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive diamond, emerald, enamel and 18K yellow gold cuff bracelet of Italian origin. It
Category

Late 20th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Diamonds Onix Enamel Leopards Dagger Gold Silver Cocktail Ring
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
Emerald Diamonds Onix Enamel Leopards Dagger Gold Silver Cocktail Ring Presenting the stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, White G...

Vintage 18k Gold .56ct Emerald Diamond w/ Black Enamel Panther Clip On Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Emerald - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Medium Green Ruby - 0.56ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexis Diamond Enamel Emerald 18k White Gold Sterling Silver Snake Necklace Belt
Located in Simpsonville, SC
sterling silver with black enamel. This harmonious combination of metals not only adds a layer of depth to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1990s Ruby Emerald Diamond Garnet Enamel 14 Karat Gold Christmas Slide Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
transparent green, red, white, and black enamel - exhibiting minimal loss Gemstone stations feature prong set
Category

1990s Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel Emerald Diamond Gold Heart Shaped Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
x 5.6 x 2.5 mm, approximately 0.60 ct), glossy black enamel and sparkling old mine cut diamonds. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Diamond Black Enamel Yellow Gold Leopard Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond black enamel and yellow gold leopard brooch circa 1970. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: a big leopard
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Frascarolo 1960 Italy 18Kt Gold Black Panther Brooch Enamel 1.35 Ctw Diamonds
By Frascarolo
Located in Miami, FL
body is decorated, with applications of red and black hot enamels. The panther's face and the ears are
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

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

David Webb Yellow Gold Black Enamel Two-Lion Heads Emerald Kingdom Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold. Cabochon cut green emeralds. Black enamel. Round diamonds. Fits 6.5 inch wrist. Comes with
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Owl Diamond Emerald Enamel Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
brilliant cut diamonds, VVS1 clarity, E color. Total Diamond Weight: .75CT. 2 Round Emerald Stones. Black
Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Leopard Black Enamel Vintage Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a leopard, in black enamel with gold spots enhanced with circular-cut diamonds, to the
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

GIA Certified 3.62 Carat Diamond Ring in Gold and Black Enamel
Located in New York, NY
A chic and unique cocktail ring embellished with a 3.62 carat emerald-cut diamond of F color, SI2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Cartier Diamond and Enamel Panther Openwork Disc Pendant on Black Cord Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
2.75 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds as well as a pear shaped emerald eye and black enamel
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

David Webb Enamel Emerald Diamond Leopard Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, enamel, emerald and diamond brooch, David Webb. The gold brooch
Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Set in 18K Gold, Ceylon Multi Sapphires, Black Enamel Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
(Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue & Pink) ✦ Gemstone Cut: Emerald ✦ Gemstone Weight: 7.54 ct. Approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel

Ambrosi Platinum Diamond Enamel Wide Ring
By Ambrosi
Located in Palm Beach, FL
double row of channel-set baguette-cut diamonds separated by black enamel with edges pavé-set with round
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Retro Diamond Emerald Enamel 18 Karat Gold Chipmunk Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white With round cut emerald eye, weighing approximately 0.10 carat, bright green With inlayed black
Category

20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Creative Mixed Cut Diamond Enamel "Bird Bath" Platinum Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
mille grain, hold pear, round, square, trapezoid and emerald cut diamonds. The bottom of the bird bath
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Black Agate Opal Diamond Rosary Polki Emerald Flower Heart
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- pave diamonds - rose cut diamonds - polki diamonds - emerald - flower pendant is approximately 1.2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, Silver

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Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the emerald cut diamond black enamel you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Enamel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 6 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect emerald cut diamond black enamel may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic emerald cut diamond black enamel over the years, but those made by Tutti Frutti Jewellery, Goshwara and Georgios Collections Inc are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any emerald cut diamond black enamel from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Emerald version from the 9 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes hexagon cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an emerald cut diamond black enamel, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel?

Prices for an emerald cut diamond black enamel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $650 and can go as high as $100,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,200.

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.