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Luca Carati 18K Rose Gold Red Agate Diamond Drop Earrings 0.10Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Luca Carati, 18k rose gold red Agate and diamonds drop earrings. Round red 3.10 grams
Category

2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18K White and Rose Gold 0.32 Ct Diamond Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This bold Luca Carati 18K White and Rose Gold 0.32 ct Diamond Ring is sure to make a statement! The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold

Luca Carati 18K White Gold 1.98 Ct Diamond Inside Out Hoop Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
earrings from Luca Carati shine to life thanks to a sparkling array of diamonds, which together possess a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Luca Carati D.Duke Silver 2-Diamond and Onyx Round Signet Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
jewelry piece that offers an exceptionally stylish appearance. The ring is created by Luca Carati and it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Luca Carati 18K Rose White Gold Yellow Sapphire Diamond Flower Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pair of estate earrings is finely crafted in solid 18K rose and white gold, made in the shape of beautiful flowers. Set with yellow natural Sapphires and brilliant cut ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold

Luca Carati Diamond Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1.06Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond and Pink Sapphire Cluster Cocktail Ring crafted in 18k Yellow Gold. This ring is pave set with 1.06cttw of brilliant cut diamonds. Diamond color G and VVS clarity. ...
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Carati 18K White Gold Smoky Quartz Diamond Pendant Necklace 1.24Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful necklace is crafted with the perfect blend of diamonds and Smoky Quartz as a center stone, crafted in 18K white gold. Smokey quarts weights, 0.50 grams. Total diamond ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, White Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat White Gold 0.65 Carat Diamond and Onyx Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
These Luca Carati earrings are made of 18K white gold and each of the two weighs 12.75 grams. They
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati 18K White Gold White and Brown Diamonds Square Cushion Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
in this spectacular ring that boasts a stunningly extravagant appeal. The ring is presented by Luca
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati D-Duke Silver 2-Diamond Beige Enamel Square Cushion Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
tantalizing rays seemingly emanating from the fascinating central diamond, this stunning ring from Luca Carati
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Luca Carati 18 Karat White Gold 0.25 Carat Diamond and Onyx Pendant Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This Luca Carati necklace is made of 18K white gold and embellished with an onyx and a total of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati 18K Rose Gold 0.72 ct Diamond and Pink Sapphire Butterfly Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This dramatic Luca Carati ring is chic and elegant in design. A bold butterfly motif comes to life
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Luca Carati D.Duke 18 Karat Gold Diamond and Onyx Rectangle Pendant Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
Luca Carati offers a uniquely chic style in the sensational design of this extraordinary necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Gold Silver and Black Rhodium Diamond "a" Dangling Round
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
the sterling silver to exude an aura of true excellence in this fascinating pair of earrings from Luca
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond and White Agate Round Pendant Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
created by Luca Carati and it is exquisitely crafted from alluring 18K rose gold, embellished with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Gold Silver and Black Rhodium Diamond "D" Round Pendant
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This exquisite necklace designed by Luca Carati boasts a beautifully envisioned pendant that is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Rose/White Gold 0.31 ct Diamond Pave Large Leaf Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
fascinating jewelry piece offers an exceptionally attractive look. The ring is presented by Luca Carati and it
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Luca Carati 18K White and Rose Gold 0.34 Ct Diamond and Pink Sapphire Butterfly
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a charming pop of color to any ensemble with these shimmering Luca Carati butterfly earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Carati Diamond Wide Knot Ladies Ring 18K Rose Gold 5.05Cttw Size 5.25
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This chic jewelry piece is crafted in 18k rose gold with high polished smooth finish illuminating
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18K White, Yellow and Rose Gold 0.89 ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
A breathtaking woven design makes this Luca Carati ring unlike anything you have seen before. Sleek
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18k White and Rose Gold 0.14 Ct Diamond and Sapphire Butterfly Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This Luca Carati ring is a charming piece with a contemporary sense of style. On this dramatic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Gold White and Black Diamonds and White Quartz Large Oval
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
by Luca Carati. Ring Top Dimensions: 30mm x 19mm Ring Size: 8.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 18K Rose and White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Pave Bow Huggie Omega
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
Prestigious beauty meets refined lux in this stunning pair of earrings by Luca Carati that compels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Luca Carati D-Duke 18K White Gold 1-Diamond and Onyx Square Signet Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
An exceptional piece of incredibly prestigious appeal, this stunning Luca Carati ring boasts a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Pave Bow Push Back Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
boasting an incredibly attractive gemstone décor. Wonderfully designed by Luca Carati, the pair is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati 18 Karat Gold White and Black Diamonds and White Quartz Large Oval
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
splendidly classy earrings are an exquisite choice. The earrings are designed by Luca Carati and the pair is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati 18K Rose and White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Pave Bow Huggie Omega
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
their attractive design and eye-catching gemstone décor. The earrings are presented by Luca Carati and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Wilhelm Lucas Von Cranach Cockerel Hen Diamond Garnet Pearl Ruby Gold Brooch
By Wilhelm Lucas von Cranach
Located in London, GB
'WLC' Original fitted case the velvet signed: Lucas von Cranach The Berlin artist Wilhelm Lucas von
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Jugendstil Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Carati Vintage Ring Earrings 18k Gold Diamond Set Estate Jewelry
By Luca Carati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the Brand: Luca Carati jewelry is a perfect example of Italian style and taste. Carati jewelry pieces
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wilhelm Lucas Von Cranach Cockerel and Hen Pearl Enamel Garnet Ruby Gold Brooch
By Wilhelm Lucas von Cranach
Located in London, GB
; intoxication. 'The cock croweth but the hen delivereth the egg' The Berlin artist Wilhelm Lucas von Cranach
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Gabriel Lucas Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A diamond and 18 karat yellow gold ring, by the late Montreal jeweler, Gabriel Lucas, one of
Category

20th Century Canadian Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roger Lucas Gold and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond bracelet. Roger Lucas. Circa 1960. Stamped Lucas 18K, with
Category

Vintage 1960s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1968 Roger Lucas Emerald, Diamond, Modernist Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A large ring of Colombian emerald, diamond, and 18 karat yellow gold, by Roger Lucas, 1968, Canada
Category

Vintage 1960s Canadian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Fancy Colored Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White, Rose and Yellow Gold
By Luca Carati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
elegant look! Designed in Italy by Luca Carati, this versatile pendant will put the finishing touch on any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, W...

Don Lucas Sterling Silver Christmas Tree Dangle Earrings #21531
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Don Lucas Sterling Silver Christmas Tree Earrings - These festive Christmas tree earrings features
Category

20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Square Diamond Dangling Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Greenwich, CT
Italian craftsmanship shines in this beautiful pair of diamond earrings crafted in 18 Karat White Gold. Each GIA Certified center diamond is 1.01 Carats with VVS2 Clarity.
Category

2010s Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in Greenwich, CT
Excitement, amazement and surprise are just a few of the emotions evoked by this amazing ring! Handcrafted in 18k rose gold and paved white round diamonds, totaling 2.80 carats. The ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Luca Carati Purple Amethyst Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold 0.17Cttw
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful purple Amethyst and diamond pendant necklace from Luca Carati. Amethyst weight
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold

Elongated Teardrop Diamond Pave, 18k Gold Luca Carati Dangle Post Earrings
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from any angle. These 18k white gold earrings were made in Italy by Luca Carati, famous for high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Wittmann Antilles Side Table by Luca Nichetto in Stock
By Luca Nichetto, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
extravagant brooches made in traditional craftsmanship. These colorful time- lessly beautiful jewelry inspired
Category

2010s Austrian Tables

Materials

Marble

Wittmann Antilles Side Table by Luca Nichetto in Stock
By Wittmann, Luca Nichetto
Located in New York, NY
extravagant brooches made in traditional craftsmanship. These colorful time- lessly beautiful jewelry inspired
Category

2010s Austrian Tables

Materials

Marble

Splendido Oro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bella Luca Crochet D’Tuscano Bollo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Splendido Oro Material: 14k yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit between a 5-10 inch wrist Weight: 2.70 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1970 Roger Lucas Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Yellow Gold 1.76 Ctw Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric bangle bracelet designed by Roger Lucas for Cartier. All is about geometry and volumes
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Bangles

Materials

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

CARTIER 1970 By Roger Lucas Orbital Sculptural Ring In 18Kt gold With Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
. This kinetic cocktail ring was designed by the Canadian artist jeweler Roger Lucas for the jewelry
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chain with 2 fish hanging from each other, signed RAZZA hanging, Zodiac Signes!
By RAZZA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
'pisces' born Luca Razza vintage costume jewelry The history of L. Razza brand began in Providence, Rhode
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Cartier 1970 Geometric Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 1.60 Ctw Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
cocktail ring. This ring is attributed to Roger Lucas for the jewelry house of Cartier back in the 1970 and
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k heavy fancy two tone style 18k yellow and 18k white gold chain
Located in Brisbane, AU
creator of one of the most iconic designs in the history of Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k yellow gold curb link style chain with white gold detail
Located in Brisbane, AU
creator of one of the most iconic designs in the history of Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.26ct Emerald necklace made in 18k yellow gold with chain
Located in Brisbane, AU
Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she founded her own Maison with her sister. Her sister shares
Category

2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4ct pear cut emerald solitaire with emeralds in 18ct yellow gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
creator of one of the most iconic designs in the history of Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she
Category

2010s Australian Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.79 Carat Zambian Emerald in Forget Me Knot Style Ring with Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, AU
jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she founded her own Maison with her sister. Her sister shares her lifelong
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Platinum

Luca Carati D-Duke Silver Onyx Rectangle Cufflinks
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
This utterly chic pair of cufflinks by Luca Carati has a beautifully charming display. The fabulous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Silver

Luca Carati Rose Gold Bow Pendant Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Contemporary Luca Carati 18k rose gold double chain necklace adorned with round brilliant-cut brown
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 18K White Gold Cross Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Luca Carati 18K White Gold Cross Necklace Diamonds 0.22ctw Chain 16" Retail $1,920
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Luca Carati Pink Diamond Pave Gold Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luca Carati Navette Shape Cocktail Ring Features 2.08 Carats of Brilliant Pavé Set Pink Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati Diamond Gold Flower Dangle Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luca Carati floral 18k yellow gold earrings set with round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.72
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 2.09 Carats Diamonds Gold Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
converted to clips on request. Signed Luca Carati.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

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Lucas Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate lucas jewellery for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. You can easily find a 45 antique edition and 374 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a lucas jewellery may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A lucas jewellery from Luca Carati, Luca Jouel and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A lucas jewellery can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 328, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and emerald cut alternatives. Finding a lucas jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 119 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Lucas Jewellery?

On average, a lucas jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $2,926, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $160,837 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.