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7.19 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamonds Sapphire Tsavorite Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
: .40ct. Natural Fancy Yellow Colors Additional (2) Natural tsavorites 1.33ct. Brilliant pear shapes
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.33 Carat Total Oval Fancy Yellow Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
for distinct earrings. A GIA certified 0.35 carat fancy deep orange-yellow diamond with a VS2 clarity
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

.60 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Men s Ring 18 Karat Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Mens solitaire form diamond ring. .60ct natural cushion cut diamond Vs-2 clarity Fancy Light
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

7.70 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamonds Citrine Ring 14 Karat Halo
Located in New York, NY
15mm X 10mm 1.20ct side natural fancy yellow diamonds Rounds Full cuts Vs-2 clarity. 14kt. yellow
Category

2010s American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Remarkable 16.94 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond GIA Certified 18K Bracelet
Located in Tustin, CA
A truly remarkable GIA Certified 16.94 carat total weight Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Link
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Link Bracelets

Materials

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

5.32 Carat Natural Round Fancy Yellow Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
. 2.80ct White diamonds G-color & Vs-2 clarity. 2.52ct Fancy Yellow diamonds. Vs-2 clarity. 14kt
Category

2010s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Offered here is a cute two ( 2 ) tone 18kt gold ring with natural yellow and white diamonds. The
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

2.51 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamonds Ruby Cluster Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
All transparent. Natural Yellow Diamonds: .35ct. full cut rounds Vs-2 clarity. 14KT yellow gold
Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ravishing 18.57 Carat Fancy Yellow Pear and Marquise Diamond 18K Lariat Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
natural fancy yellow diamonds weigh approximately .50 carat each. 2 matched pear brilliant cut natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...

GIA Certified Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings 2.27 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
Two Original GIA Certificates are included 2 GIA Certified Natural Yellow Diamonds = 2.02 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

NO RESERVE - 4.25cttw Double Eternity Fancy Diamonds Band, 14K White Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This double eternity band is truly magnificent and a real show stopper. Featuring 2 bands o fancy
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 4.09 Carat Natural Emerald Fancy Yellow Diamonds Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
side (2) cushion cut fancy yellow diamonds. & 1.04ct natural fancy canary yellow diamond accents set
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 5.10 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
NATURAL FANCY Light YELLOW Color, VS1 clarity (VERY clear). Beautiful Color, super Brilliant, appears
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

$1 NO RESERVE - 4.39ct Emerald, 1.17ct Fancy Diamonds 0.50ct F-G Diamonds
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
: 1.17 tccw Color: Fancy Yellow Clarity: SI Side Stones Diamonds 2: ___________ Natural Diamonds Carat
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

2.75 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamonds Ruby Cluster Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
All transparent. Natural Yellow Diamonds: .35ct. full cut rounds Vs-2 clarity. 14KT yellow gold. 4
Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum 2.16 Carat Old European Fancy Brown Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
fancy deep brown stone and fancy brownish-yellow stone. The three center diamonds are spectacularly
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

6.76 Carat Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow VVS2 Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 6.76 ct natural color Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond (VVS2) is flanked by 2 colorless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond

NO RESERVE - 4.28 Double Eternity Fancy Diamonds Band, 14 Karat Pink Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This double eternity band is truly magnificent and a real show stopper. Featuring 2 bands o fancy
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA 6.81 Carat Fancy Green Yellow Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamond. GIA certified as Fancy Gray-Greenish Yellow - the main color in the diamond with very distinct
Category

Early 2000s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Brown Diamonds Marlin Pendant Swordfish 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
cuts: Natural Fancy Yellow Brown VS-2 clarity. 14Kt yellow gold measures: 1.7 Inch X 1.6 Inch
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Joke Quick 18K Rose White Gold 2, 49 Carat Fancy White Diamond Entourage ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
diamond centerstone 2,49 carat., white diamonds DEGVVS and fancy yellow icy diamonds. Surrounding diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Chrysophrase, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Hidalgo Fancy Yellow Diamond Microband Stack Ring
By Hidalgo
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring From Hidalgo Featuring 28 Round Yellow Diamonds. Each Diamond Is Set With
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Drop Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Simple and chic 18k white gold earrings showcasing 2 fancy yellow radiant cut diamonds weighing
Category

2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 1.53ct Natural Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
cut natural fancy light yellow diamond that weighs 1.53ct. The clarity of the diamond is VVS2. The
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet Crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
weight of 24.57 carats). Delicate halo around each stone mounted with small fancy yellow diamonds make
Category

2010s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Pair of 10.12 Carat Fancy Yellow and White Diamond Heart Drop Earrings
Located in Tustin, CA
other matching fancy yellow diamond on the top tier weighs approximately .85 carat each with a clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

0.70 Carat Oval Emerald and Marquise Fancy Yellow Diamond Two-Tone Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
-green. The lavish green of this precious stone is complemented by 2 natural fancy yellow marquise
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.12 Carat Fancy Brownish Yellow VVS1 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.12 ct Colour: Fancy Brownish Yellow
Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 2.13ct Light Fancy Yellow Diamond Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
: 18K Yellow Gold Main stone: 2 stones Natural Diamonds Main stone carat weight: 1.68ct Shape
Category

2010s Singaporean Stud Earrings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! - 2.99ct Sapphire 0.85ct Fancy 0.70ct Diamonds, 14k Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
: 0.85 cttw / 2 pieces Color: Fancy Yellow Clarity: SI3-I1 Side Stone 2: ___________ Natural Diamonds
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These earrings are set with 2 GIA Certified Fancy Yellow color and VS2 clarity diamonds weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

13.56 Carat Hex Cut Green Amethyst, Fancy Vivid Yellow and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18k white gold. There are 0.39 cts of fancy vivid yellow diamonds and 2 white marquis diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...

18K Rose, Yellow , White Gold 2, 78 Carat Fire Opal and Diamond Coctail ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
centerstone 2,78 carat., surrounding stones: Fire opal, white diamonds DEGVVS and fancy yellow diamonds
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Fancy Radiant Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring 2.11 Carat
Located in San Diego, CA
Diamond Color & Clarity: Fancy Light Yellow, VS1 Clarity Accent Diamonds: 2 Trillion Cut Diamonds Color
Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Set in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Sideway Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond weighing 1.25 carat Set in eighteen karat yellow gold sideway ring
Category

2010s American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Alexander GIA 5.53ct Fancy Yellow Internally Flawless Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Hills. 6.38 carats total diamond weight. 5.53 carat radiant Fancy Yellow color and Internally Flawless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.50 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamonds Cluster Clover Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Perfection! 2.50ct. Natural Fancy color diamonds Cluster / clover earrings. Clean
Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Three Stone Sapphire Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
are a pair of 0.30ctw princess cut fancy yellow diamonds of VS clarity. This ring is a size 6 1/2 US
Category

Late 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold 4.0 Carat Fancy cut Golden Honey Citrine Diamond Ring Size 8.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stones are so beautifully cut and exquisite. They Golden Yellow Citrine stones and 2 of them
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander EGL 3.10ct Fancy Yellow Diamond with Halo Drop Earrings 18k Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
cushion cut diamonds, 3.10 carats total. Fancy Yellow color grade and VS1 clarity grade. Complimented by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

1.40 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamonds Cross Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
1.40ct. Diamonds Cross Pendant + necklace. Full cut brilliants, Rounds Natural Fancy Orange
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.67 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Color Diamond Cross 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Fancy Diamond Cross. .40ct. Brilliant Princess Cut Fancy Orange Brown
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Light Yellow Cushion Diamond Halo Drop 18K Rose Gold Earrings Modern
Located in Boca Raton, FL
feature 2 cushion cut fancy light yellow diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carat total weight. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

NO RESERVE! 2.25Ct Emerald 0.35Ct Diamonds - 14 kt. Yellow gold - Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emeralds Cut: Oval Carat: 2.25 tcw / 2 pieces Color: Green Minor
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. High Jewelry Beset Fancy Yellow White Diamond Platinum Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
an estimated 0.50 carats. The 2 yellow diamonds measure 5.27mm x 4.75mm x 3.00mm and 5.19m x 4.88m x
Category

2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.28 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamonds Circle Cluster Earrings 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Circular Dangle & Fancy Colors. 1.28ct. Natural Fancy color diamonds earrings. Fancy Yellow
Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

.72 Carat Bird Habitat Brooch Pin Fancy Color Diamonds 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
& Fancy Yellow Brown. .02ct natural fancy light pink diamond (eye). VS-2 clarity. 14kt yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.25 Carat Men’s Ring Natural Fancy Color Diamonds Microscopic French Pave A
Located in New York, NY
via microscope) 3.50ct. Natural Fancy Yellow Orange Brown diamonds. Brilliant cushion cuts. Side
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl 130 Fancy Yellow Diamond White Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent South Sea Pearl Ring set with eight Fancy Yellow Diamonds and 122 Round Brilliant Cut
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18...

GIA 5.25ct Natural Tsavorite Cushion Half Moon Diamond 3-Stone Fancy Yellow Ring
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds is approx. 0.73 carats ( 0.32ct F-G Color, VS clarity overall and 0.50ct of fancy yellow). The
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, Platinum

2.00 Carat Octagonal Yellow Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
fancy color diamonds. This 2.00ct octagonal light yellow sapphire center stone is mounted in an 18k
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.22 Carat Natural Emerald Sapphire Ruby Tsavorite Fancy Color Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
diamond. Full cut round brilliants Diamond: .42ct. vs-2 clarity. 14kt. yellow gold 4.6 grams Ring
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Ye...

Graff 5.03ct. Fancy Intense Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
flanked by 2 very white E-F color heart shape diamond shoulders weighing 0.81 carats total weight in fine
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.62ct GIA Certified Fancy Intense Yellow Orange Diamond Halo Drop Earring Studs
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.62 Total carat GIA Certified Untreated Fancy Intense Yellow Orange Diamond Platinum Halo Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Fine Tiffany Co. Fancy Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Buttercup Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow And White Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Buttercup Cluster
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...

2.30 Carat Natural Fancy Color Diamonds Men s Ring 14Kt Classic Cigar Statement
Located in New York, NY
diamonds: Fancy Light Vs-2 clarity (please focus the gorgeous detail) 14kt. yellow gold. 8.4 grams
Category

2010s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold 2 Tone Diamond Bracelet, 1.00tdw, 23.9g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
grams. Fancy metal work. The diamonds are round brilliant cuts, 1.00 total carats, G to H color, Vs to
Category

20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Fancy Yellow Diamond 2 Carat For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact fancy yellow diamond 2 carat you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a fancy yellow diamond 2 carat from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A fancy yellow diamond 2 carat from SCARSELLI, J. Birnbach and Antinori Fine Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also radiant cut and round cut versions for sale. Most of our fancy yellow diamond 2 carat for sale are for women, but there are 587 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Fancy Yellow Diamond 2 Carat?

Prices for a fancy yellow diamond 2 carat can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $210 and can go as high as $3,600,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $22,236.

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.